Grethe is pregnant and knows that right now,most of her baby's major organs are being formed.This means that she must be especially careful of exposure to teratogens.How far along is Grethe?
A) She is in her first 2 weeks of pregnancy.
B) She is somewhere between weeks 2-8.
C) She is in her second trimester, between months 3-6.
D) She is in the fetal stage prior to the age of viability.

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During weeks 2-8 of pregnancy, the major organs and structures are being formed in the developing fetus. This is known as the embryonic period and is a critical time for avoiding harmful substances called teratogens.

Grethe Is Pregnant and Knows That Right Now,most of Her