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Glossary of Pregnancy & Labor Terms

Pregnancy is a whole new world for expectant parents - a place filled with jargon and medical procedures, some of which can be quite confusing. Below you will find some common pregnancy and labor terms and their definitions to help you find your way. Have a word you'd like to see here? Let us know.



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Amniotic Sac
The sac that holds the protective liquid called amniotic fluid that surrounds the fetus. See Amniotic Fluid.


More about Amniotic Sac:
Article: Amniotic Fluid




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