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OBGYN: Glossary of Terms


Breech Birth: baby born butt first.

Fallopian tube: tube from the ovaries to the uterus.

Gynaecology: specializes in female reproductive.

Hysterectomy: removal of the uterus.

Obstetrics: specializes in caring for pregnancy and baby.

Ovaries: reproductive organ that produces eggs.

Postnatal: care up to 6 weeks after birth.

Prenatal Care: care before and during pregnancy.

Uterus: female reproductive organ.