Pregnancy Collection (#28)

Artwork of disorders due to vitamin deficiencies
Vitamin deficiency disorders. Artwork of various disorders caused by vitamin deficiency. They are (clockwise from top left)

Healthy pregnancy diet. Healthy balanced diet for a pregnant woman, containing oily fish and vegetables high in folic acid, an essential vitamin that prevents birth defects

Pregnant woman sleeping

Pregnant woman, artwork

Expectant couple
MODEL RELEASED. Expectant couple with their hands on the womans abdomen. She is eight and a half months pregnant

Pregnancy consultation
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnancy consultation. Pregnant woman discusses her pregnancy with her doctor

Prehistoric rock petroglyph depicting a pregnant elk. This carving is part of a group of petroglyphs in the Alta Fjord, in Norway, near the Arctic Circle

Pregnancy timings
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnancy timings. Pregnant woman holding a clock in one hand while supporting her swollen abdomen in the other hand. She is 30 weeks pregnant

Pregnant woman and son
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman and son. 4-year-old boy holding and listening to the swollen abdomen of his mother. She is 30 weeks pregnant. A full- term pregnancy lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

Pregnant women
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant women comparing each others swollen abdomens. They are both about 7 months pregnant. A full-term pregnancy lasts about 9 months (between 37 and 42 weeks)

Pregnancy back pain
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman holding her painful back as the weight of the unborn child puts strain on her back muscles. She is 30 weeks pregnant. A full-term pregnancy lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

Pregnant woman with birthing ball
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman leaning on a large inflatable rubber ball, known as a birthing ball, that is identical to and has a similar function to exercise balls

Pregnancy pains
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman holding her swollen abdomen while wincing in pain. This may be due to compression of internal organs, or movements by the unborn child. The woman is 30 weeks pregnant

Home pregnancy test, artwork
Home pregnancy test. Woman looking at the result of a home pregnancy test. This device works by detecting the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine

Pregnancy and gravity, artwork
Pregnancy and gravity. Computer artwork showing how increasing body mass on the front of a womans body during pregnancy - caused by enlarged breasts

Progesterone hormone, light micrograph
Progesterone hormone. Polarised light micrograph of crystals of female sex hormone progesterone. Progesterone is the most potent of the naturally- occurring progestogens, a class of steroid hormones

Oestradiol hormone molecule. Computer model showing the structure of the female sex hormone oestradiol. Atoms are colour-coded - carbon: dark grey, hydrogen: light grey, and oxygen: red

Insulin-like growth 2 factor molecule
Insulin-like growth factor 2 molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the hormone insulin-like growth factor 2 (IGF-2)

Oestrone hormone molecule. Computer model showing the structure of the female sex hormone oestrone. Atoms are colour-coded - carbon: dark grey, hydrogen: light grey, and oxygen: red

Oestriol hormone molecule. Computer model showing the structure of the female sex hormone oestriol. Atoms are colour-coded - carbon: dark grey, hydrogen: light grey, and oxygen: red

Human chorionic gonadotrophin molecule. Computer model showing the crystal structure of a molecule of the hormone human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG)

Folic acid. Computer model of a molecule of the water-soluble vitamin folic acid (vitamin B9 or folate, C19.H19.N7.O6). The atoms (solid tubes) of this organic molecule are colour-coded

Polarised LM of crystals of progesterone
Female sex hormone. Polarised light micrograph of crystals of progesterone. Progesterone is the most potent of the naturally-occurring progestogens, a class of steroid hormones

Thalidomide drug molecule
Thalidomide (C13.H10.N2.O4) molecular model. The atoms are colour-coded: carbon (yellow), hydrogen (white), nitrogen (blue) and oxygen (red)

Progesterone hormone, molecular model
Progesterone hormone. Molecular model of the structure of the hormone progesterone. Atoms are represented as rods and are colour-coded: carbon (blue), hydrogen (gold), and oxygen (red)

Breast in pregnancy, light micrograph
Breast in pregnancy. Light micrograph of a transverse section of the human mammary gland during pregnancy. The breast is normally made up of fibro-fatty connective tissue

Breast tissue, light micrograph
Breast tissue. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the human mammary gland during pregnancy. The breast is normally made up of fibro-fatty connective tissue

Baby clothes in pregnancy
MODEL RELEASED. Baby clothes in pregnancy. Pregnant woman holding baby socks over her swollen abdomen. She is 32 years old and 26 weeks pregnant

Chocolate in pregnancy
MODEL RELEASED. Chocolate in pregnancy. Pregnant woman holding a chocolate bar. She is 32 years old and 26 weeks pregnant

Dartmoor Pony, pregnant mare, skewbald, standing on pasture, Dartmoor N. P. Devon, England
Dartmoor Pony, pregnant mare, skewbald, standing on pasture, Dartmoor N.P. Devon, England

Joanna Southcotts pregnancy with Shiloh
Colour illustration/cartoon, " A medical inspection, or miracles will never cease" by Thomas Tegg concerning Joanna Southcotts pregnancy with Shiloh, 8 September 1814. HPG/8/2/1 i)"

Woman Giving Birth 17Thc
A woman in a wealthy household gives birth, attended by various womenfolk; her husband proudly points to the baby

Maternity Enthroned
Maternity enthroned

Dismissed for Pregnancy
Pregnant, is she ? Well, you know the rules - tell her she needn t bother to come to work tomorrow

Schoolgirl mother at Memphis, USA, with her baby
A schoolgirl mother at Memphis, Alabama, USA, proudly displays her baby to her schoolmates

Yoga in pregnancy
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman sitting in ayoga pose. Prenatal exercises which involvestretching the spine and pelvis help to strengthenmuscles in the back and hips

Pregnant woman working
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman working ata computer. She is in her third trimester

Pregnant woman typing
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman typing at acomputer. She is in her third trimester

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"Pregnancy: A Sacred Journey through Time and Culture" Embarking on the miraculous journey of pregnancy, women have been revered and celebrated throughout history. From ancient Egypt to religious depictions, this transformative phase has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. In the realm of religion, Egypt worshipped Taweret, a goddess embodying fertility and protection during childbirth. Her presence symbolized hope and guidance for expectant mothers as they embarked on their path towards motherhood. Artists like Fra Angelico captured the essence in masterpieces such as "The Annunciation. " This timeless painting from c1438-1445 showcases the divine moment when Mary learns she will bear Jesus, emphasizing the sacredness surrounding conception. Lactating breast tissue under a light micrograph reveals nature's intricate design to nourish newborns. It exemplifies how a woman's body adapts to provide sustenance for her child after birth—a testament to the incredible bond between mother and baby. From teenage pregnancies challenging societal norms to manuscripts like Jean Bourdichon's "Manuscript Leaf with the Annunciation, " ca. 1485-90, depicting angelic encounters with young maidens; pregnancy transcends age barriers while reminding us of its profound impact regardless of circumstances. Sandro Botticelli's masterpiece "The Cestello Annunciation" transports us back to Renaissance Florence. The delicate brushstrokes capture Mary's astonishment upon receiving news about her impending motherhood—an ethereal portrayal that continues to inspire awe centuries later. Even amidst lighter moments depicted in artworks like "The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, " 1796, we are reminded that love can blossom even during times when life is preparing for new beginnings—pregnancy being one such beautiful beginning itself. Contraceptive methods like IUDs coexist alongside sperm cells, representing the choices available to individuals when planning their families.