1. Female Reproductive System Main functions: Produce and store ova (eggs) Support & protect developing embryo

2. Adolescence Puberty 8-13 yrs of age widening of hips, development of breasts Starts menstrual cycle

3. ovaries Sex gland size and shape of an almond produce ova (eggs) Estrogen Ovulation month in fertile women..

4. fallopian tubes Tubes from the uterus to the ovaries Millions of cilia Fertilization

5. uterus pear-shaped muscular organ Protects and nourishes a developing fetus

6. Cervix lower portion of the uterus.

7. Vagina Muscular passage Two functions: 1. Receive sperm 2. Birth canal

8. The menstrual cycle 28 day cycle Days 1-13 – egg maturing Day 14 – egg released to fallopian tube Days 15-20 – egg travels to uterus Days 21-28 – menstruation begins

10. Problems Menstrual cramps Endometriosis Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) STD’s

11. Care Regular check ups Bathe Abstinence