A pregnant woman visits her doctor for a scheduled ultrasound. She hears the strong heartbeat of the developing child. She is also able to see its fingers and toes. She tells the doctor that she frequently feels the baby kick. Which stage of prenatal development is depicted in the scenario?

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The fetal stage is the third and final stage of prenatal development, which begins in the ninth week after fertilization and lasts until birth. During this stage, organs continue to mature and become capable of functioning outside the womb, and the developing baby's growth and movements become more apparent to the mother. The ability to hear the heartbeat, see fingers and toes, and feel the baby kick indicate that the baby is in the fetal stage of development.

A Pregnant Woman Visits Her Doctor for a Scheduled Ultrasound