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The Fourth Trimester – Postpartum Perks & Pains

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness, Uncategorized

In the first months after childbirth, your body is still going through a lot of changes. Many women feel unprepared for the physical trials of the postpartum period. I have a few tips and tricks for you to help you navigate the first few months after childbirth.


Perks: While the postpartum period can be really challenging, you’ll have so many good things to look forward to when your baby gets here.
 Meeting the baby: The most obvious is getting to meet the little one that you’ve been waiting to meet for nine months. If you have other children, you also get to look forward to them meeting their little brother or sister for the first time.

 Baby’s firsts: You’ll also feel a lot more mobile and be able to sleep more comfortably in different positions. There will be a lot of firsts for you and your baby during this time, so even though this time might be challenging, you have a lot to look forward to.


Pains: After you give birth, there are a few physical pains that your body will go through. You might be having pain if you had a c-section, or an episiotomy tear if you had a vaginal birth. Muscle aches are really common too, so here are a couple of tips to deal with those aches and pains.

 Your baby is most likely the center of your attention all the time now, but my advice is to make sure you don’t forget about yourself. Make sure to stock up on supplies that you’ll need. While it’s probably much more fun to pick out baby clothes than adult diapers, you’ll be much more comfortable if you have everything you need when recovering from a vaginal delivery or a c-section.
 Another thing that might be helpful is to find yourself a physical therapist. Feel free to visit a pelvic floor specialist, especially if you’re experiencing back pain, incontinence, or any feelings of instability. As always, it’s a good idea to consult your regular doctor about any aches or pains.

 Breast-feeding: It’s also really important to seek breastfeeding support. If you’re having trouble with breastfeeding, you’re not alone. It will help to speak with a lactation consultant if you’re in pain or you notice that your baby is not gaining weight. You’ll want to do what’s best for you and your family, even if that means having to use formula occasionally. While it’s really beneficial to breast-feed for as long as you can, there are other options that can help your baby gain weight if you’re struggling with production.


 Still look pregnant: After you give birth, don’t be startled if you still look pregnant. You may have stretch marks and saggy skin but these will resolve in 3-6 months. Otherwise, mommy makeovers can be a great thing.

 Fatigue: One of the best things you can do to help you through postpartum is to sleep as much as possible. I know this seems obvious and it may seem impossible with a newborn baby and a thrown-off sleep schedule, but sleep is one of the leading sources of stress during postpartum. It might be hard to find the time, but the best thing you can do is aim for four hours of uninterrupted sleep. If you’re having trouble falling asleep, make sure you’re practicing good habits, like sticking to a schedule and avoiding alcohol, caffeine and even screen time before bed.


 Get support: The biggest piece of advice I can give you is to get support. Use friends, family, services. Don’t expect to do everything on your own or even with just your partner. You will need help with cooking and cleaning, so you can nest and bond with your baby. So if you’re feeling overwhelmed, ask for help!


Thanks for joining me on Health in Heels, I hope this video was useful. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and feel free to ask me a question or suggest a topic below in the comments. And for more information about the health and wellness services I offer, you can go to OceanOasisDaySpa.com

Until next time, This is Dr. Lisa reminding you to Be Well and Be Fabulous!

Pregnancy Perks & Pains for The 3rd Trimester

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness

After 28 weeks of pregnancy, you’ve made it to the third trimester, or the home stretch as I like to call it. You’re probably feeling about ready to be done, but I wanted to assure you that this trimester has many things for you to look forward to. Now that you’re getting closer to your due date, you’ll be seeing your OB much more frequently to check on the health of you and your baby.

Perks:
 Baby moving more: Throughout this trimester, you’ll be feeling the baby move more regularly and getting more acquainted with the strong kicks and karate chops of your baby. Sometimes if you tap on your belly, the baby might kick or poke back in the same spot, which is really neat. This is a fun time for you to help your partner and family members to feel the baby’s kicks as well.

 Getting ready for baby: The third trimester may also be the time when you start baby-proofing your house, setting up a nursery, and enjoying your baby shower with friends and family. Baby showers can be really fun so if you have any creative ideas that you’d like to share, send them in and I’ll pass them along.

 Packing your hospital bag: During this time you might also start to think about packing your hospital bag so everything is all ready for when you go into labor.

 You should make sure to pack whatever will help you relax. Whether than be your own pillow, your favorite magazine, anything to help keep stress levels down and pass the time so you aren’t focusing too much on the early stages of labor.

 Labor can be long so you also might want lip balm in case you get chapped.

 You’ll also want to make sure to pack for your baby, and this can be the fun part. You’ve been waiting nine months for the baby to be here and soon he or she finally will be. You will definitely want to bring a receiving blanket, even though the hospital may have their own, it might make you more comfortable to bring your own to swaddle the baby. You’ll also want to bring comfortable, easy-to-put- on going home outfits, not only for youbut your baby too. And it’ll be cold outside the womb, so you’ll want to make sure you bring socks, booties, and even a sweater.

 You might also want to pack some snacks for your partner and for you. Labor-friendly suggestions are sugarless candies or lollipops to keep your mouth moist during all that breathing. Any healthy picks to fuel your partner like trail mix, dried fruits and nuts, especially because they have no smell which is awesome. Before you know it, your baby will be here, so make sure to enjoy those last strong kicks throughout your third trimester.

Pains:
 Swelling/Increased size: By now you’re probably familiar with different aches and pains, having swollen feet, and having to go pee constantly. You may feel huge and are having trouble putting on clothes. You probably have stretch marks and are having trouble sleeping but soon enough you’ll be giving birth to your beautiful baby. We’d love to hear your pregnancy stories, the good, the bad, and the ugly, so please send them in and we’ll
share them with other moms-to-be.

Thanks so much for joining us on Health in Heels today! I hope this video was useful. For more information about the health and services we offer, go to OceanOasisDaySpa.com and until next time, this is Dr. Lisa reminding you to be well and be fabulous!

Pregnancy Perks & Pains for The 2nd Trimester

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness, Uncategorized

Between 14 and 28 weeks, you’ll be in your second trimester, also called the “feel-good” trimester. This trimester is often accompanied by a burst of energy and a growing appetite.

Perks:

You’ll have so many perks to look forward to.

 Anatomy ultrasound: One of the biggest ones is the anatomy ultrasound, which happens around 20 weeks. This ultrasound is when you typically find out the sex of the baby, if you and your partner decide you want to know. This is a good time for a baby reveal. There are a ton of creative and fun ways to do a baby reveal. If you’re planning a fun baby reveal, send in your story, I’d love to hear how you do it.


 Feeling baby move: One of the most exciting firsts is when you feel the baby move for the first time. If you’re feeling butterflies in your belly, it could be your baby kicking. Most moms experience this first between 16 and 20 weeks. Your baby is also starting to develop their hearing. This is the time you’ll want to start talking to the baby since they can hear all sorts of sounds outside the womb. Feel free to go ahead and sing, tell stories, and play music for your baby. Bonding with your baby during this time will be really important for you and your partner.


 More energy: Now that you’re gaining energy, you can also start taking the opportunity to fit in some light exercise into your day. And since your baby bump will be starting to show, you might have fun picking out maternity clothes for the next few months.


 Preparing/Nesting: The “feel-good” trimester is all about preparing for your baby while you have the energy. It’s a good time to check out the hospital and take a tour of the birthing center, where you will deliver, and even find your pediatrician. The earlier you get these details squared away, the less stress you’ll have as your due date approaches.


Pains:


 Testing: While the perks outweigh the pains, you do still have to do glucose testing for gestational diabetes. Typically, you drink the sugary drink and it tastes horrible, but it only takes a few minutes. There are other options out there such as the gummy bears or the jelly beans that you can take instead. Hopefully, after the testing is over and the results come back, you won’t need to do the three-hour testing. If you pass the first test, that doesn’t mean you can eat anything and everything. During the second trimester, you’ll also have the option to do genetic testing.


 Tip – baby calendar: One tip to help organize all the tests and appointments is to create a baby calendar. That way, you have everything you need to do for the baby in one spot.


Thanks so much for joining us on Health in Heels today! I hope this video was useful. For more information about the health and services we offer, go to OceanOasisDaySpa.com and until next time, this is Dr. Lisa reminding you to be well and be fabulous!

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Pregnancy Perks & Pains for The 1st Trimester

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The first trimester of pregnancy often gets a bad rap, and I’ll be honest between the nausea and fatigue, the first trimester isn’t exactly a party. But, what the first trimester does have going for it is all the fabulous firsts that you will experience. So today I’m going to talk to you about all the perks you can expect during your first 14 weeks and give you my secrets for how to handle all those pains that give the first trimester it’s bad rap.

Perks:
1: The first ultrasound: One thing you can look forward to is seeing the baby’s heartbeat for the first time. The baby’s first sonogram will be between 6 and 9 weeks, and that’s typically when you’ll be able to see the heartbeat and find out your due date.

2: Telling your family: The first trimester may also be the time you decide to tell your family. Many women even wait until the second trimester when the risk of miscarriage decreases. There are a ton of creative ways you can tell your partner and family. You can say it with food, or wear it on a t-shirt, surprise your partner in a photo shoot, and capture the moment on video. No matter when and how you decide to share the news, you can make it fun!

Pains: As for the pains, there are many tips and tricks to help you handle them and feel more comfortable.

1: Morning sickness: First of all, morning sickness is a terrible name because it can last all day long. As your morning sickness worsens, you can try eating several small meals and spacing them apart throughout the day. Having a bland diet can help. Ginger and citrus are known to help with nausea, so you might like to incorporate those into your meals. Make sure to talk to your doctor as always because there are safe prescription medications to help with the symptoms of morning sickness.

2: Mood swings: You might also be familiar with the mood swings that many women experience in their first trimester. While you may not be able to avoid these because of the hormonal changes your body is experiencing, they sure will keep things interesting, and hopefully your loved ones will be up to the challenge.

3: Cravings: As for the cravings, sometimes they’re not as bad as they seem. When I was pregnant, I had cravings all the time for anchovies and now I love them. I’m a part of the anchovy club, so the cravings weren’t so bad after all. A word of caution is to make sure you don’t give into too many anchovies, they can be high in sodium. And if you’re into hot fudge sundaes, those can be really high in calories and you’ll want to make sure you’re not gaining too much extra weight. While it’s important to not overdo any cravings during the first trimester, you don’t have to feel guilty about giving into the occasional craving. Who knows?

You might love it like I did.

Thanks so much for joining us on Health in Heels today! I hope this video was useful. For more information about the health and services we offer, go to OceanOasisDaySpa.com and until next time, this is Dr. Lisa reminding you to be well and be fabulous!

Health in Heels – Baby Corner

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness, Uncategorized

I was shopping in my scrubs after work as I often/ almost always do and I had an expectant Dad come up to me and ask me if I knew where he could get a few of his pregnancy questions answered. This touched me so much that I decided to answer some baby q’s on health in heels. So here is the first installment of pregnancy questions answered.

1.     What you should expect at your first check up? –  Expect to be nervous so bring your partner or a friend that makes you feel good! Expect it to be long. There will be a lengthy period going over everything about you including your family, social history as well as your medical history , so be prepared for some very personal questions but remember to be honest! Nobody Is judging you there but only there to help. There will be a blood and urine test, possibly a pap smear, a general health check, pelvic exam and probably an ultrasound. The OB will also want to discuss your lifestyle and dietary habits to see if any changes need to be implemented for baby’s health. Remember to be honest! And there is no judgement only help to be given if needed.

2.     Can you continue to workout during pregnancy? Yes, exercise is extremely important in pregnancy. Safe exercise usually has to do with moderate exercise and ones that you have already been doing. Now is not the time to learn something new. It also depends on a woman’s health condition and trimester. Consult with your doctor but usually, brisk walking, yoga, swimming and dancing are safe. CDC recommends that pregnant women get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise (like brisk walking) every week. That breaks down to 30 min, five times a week. Staying active during pregnancy can reduce back pain, ease constipation, lower risk of diabetes, preeclampsia and cesarean delivery, according to ACOG. Contact sports and activities with shaking or jumping movements and the potential to fall aren’t recommended.

3.     Do you have to take vitamins? Yes, all those vitamins help grow a new person inside of you. To ensure that the baby gets enough of everything it needs she should take additional calcium, folic acid , and iron.  The exact supplements to take should be discussed with an OB-GYN because different women may require different formulations.

4.     How should I eat during pregnancy? Don’t eat for two or you will become 5 people. Pregnancy is not the time for dieting but it is not the time to eat whatever you want in whatever quantities. So put that 3rd chocolate bar down! Healthy diet with lots of fruits and vegetables and lean protein but in moderation.

5.  Can I wear High heels? Have to answer this one just based on the show name, right! In the early stages of pregnancy, it is totally fine, if you are already used to wearing them. I support a pregnant woman’s right to feel beautiful, stylish and sexy! However, later in pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, heels can become hard on the back, just aren’t comfortable and may increase the risk of falling. So then ditch the heels for some stylish flats!

Thanks for joining me today on Health in Heels, I hope this video was useful. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and feel free to ask me a question or suggest a topic below in the comments. And for more information about the health and wellness services I offer, you can go to OceanOasisDaySpa.com

Until next time, This is Dr. Lisa reminding you to Be Well and Be Fabulous!

Mobile Mom Squad! – Visits The Elizabeth House

by Filed Under: Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness, In the News, Interviews

This special edition of Health in Heels with Dr. Lisa takes on the road with Dr. Lisa’s Mobile Mom Squad to help moms in need!

This is Dr. Lisa’s first outing with the Mom Squad delivering support, education and much needed  prenatal supplements provided by Duchesnay USA
Pasadena,

Pregnancy Health Aide (PHA), an online resource center dedicated to providing prenatal care, education and tools to underprivileged expectant mothers, today announced the launch of the Mobile Mom Squad, a vehicle that provides health service delivery to needy moms-to-be around the world.

As part of the Mobile Moms Squad’s initial voyage, Dr. Lisa Masterson, will be delivering boxes of prenatal supplements to Pasadena County’s (California) Elizabeth House, a residential shelter committed to ending the cycle of homelessness and abuse among women and children. The launch event will take place from 11am-1pm PT at Elizabeth House, 760 Santa Barbara Street, Pasadena, CA 91101. The CDC recommends that all women of childbearing age incorporate 0.4 mg of folic acid every day, ideally starting at least one month before getting pregnant, to help prevent major birth defects. Being that 50% of pregnancies are unplanned and that many Elizabeth House residents do not have access to prenatal care, Duchesny USA, the makers of Mteryti® and Mteryti® folic 5, has donated 10,000 boxes of its uniquely formulated prenatal supplements.


“Mobile health vehicles are not a new concept, but our approach is new and different because we are helping a portion of the 20 percent of women nationwide who don’t have access to prenatal care,” said Dr. Lisa Masterson. “With the help of Duchesnay USA, we have been able to provide some of these women with Mteryti® and Mteryti® folic 5; two supplements that contain folic acid, an important supplement that can help prevent birth defects.” For more information, please visit www.pregnancyhealthaide.com

About Pregnancy Health Aide
Pregnancy Health Aide (PHA) helps pregnant mothers survive and enjoy better health in the USA and in some of the poorest regions of the world. PHA brings volunteer physicians to treat needy women and children and provides training to local healthcare personnel to improve the standard of available medical care and decrease mother-child transmission of HIV/AIDs. PHA offers regular prenatal exams to ensure healthy pregnancies and deliveries, as well as education and counseling to provide mothers-to- be with important diet, exercise and stress reduction tips. The Mobile Mom Squad is the latest PHA project, designed to take its services on the road and bring them to the needy. For more information, please visit www.pregnancyhealthaide.com.


About Elizabeth House
Elizabeth House is a residential shelter program in the community of Pasadena, California, committed to the health and welfare of adult pregnant women and their children. Elizabeth House is the only 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the San Gabriel Valley that specifically addresses the needs of pregnant women who also have small children and who lack adequate shelter and prenatal care. Elizabeth house is committed to its mission of providing shelter, hope and support to homeless pregnant women and their children by addressing their physical, emotional, spiritual and economic needs in a nurturing atmosphere. Elizabeth House has been serving women and children in the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years. For moreinformation, please visit www.elizabethhouse.net.

About Duchesnay USA
Duchesnay USA is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a long-standing commitment to women’s health. Until recently, we focused on filling the void in terms of scientific research and education and on developing pharmacological solutions that are safe and effective for use during pregnancy andbreastfeeding. Today, Duchesnay has broadened its portfolio of products to offer safe and effective therapeutic options that meet the health and quality of life needs of women and their family members at different stages of their lives.

For more information about Duchesnay USA, please visit www.DuchesnayUSA.com.

Playdate w/ Tanika & Nzinga

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Dr. Lisa Masterson was on location for this special Health in Heels episode at the Elizabeth House in Pasadena to sit down with Nzinga Blake and Tanika Ray of Playdate w/ TNZ. Tanika and Nzinga talk about their new Playdate Project and their efforts to educate and inspire moms.

The 3 also discuss the important work The Elizabeth House is doing for homeless pregnant women in Southern California and everyone cheered the maiden voyage of The Mobil Mom Squad, and activation spearheaded by Dr. Lisa to bring much needed assistance to underprivileged women in America.

Pregnancy Health Aide (PHA), Founded by Former “The Doctors” Co-Host Dr. Lisa Masterson, Launches Mobile Mom Squad to Provide Prenatal Services On Wheels

-First foray includes prenatal supplement giveaway sponsored by Duchesnay USA

Pasadena, Calif, August xx, 2017 – Pregnancy Health Aide (PHA), an online resource center dedicated to providing prenatal care, education and tools to underprivileged expectant mothers, today announced the launch of the Mobile Mom Squad, a vehicle that provides health service delivery to needy moms-to-be around the world.

As part of the Mobile Moms Squad’s initial voyage, Dr. Lisa Masterson, OBGYN, former co-host of The Doctors, PHA founder and creator of Health in Heels with Dr. Lisa , will be delivering boxes of prenatal supplements to Pasadena County’s (California) Elizabeth House, a residential shelter committed to ending the cycle of homelessness and abuse among women and children. The launch event will take place from 11am-1pm PT at Elizabeth House, 760 Santa Barbara Street, Pasadena, CA 91101.

The CDC recommends that all women of childbearing age incorporate 0.4 mg of folic acid every day, ideally starting at least one month before getting pregnant, to help prevent major birth defects. Being that 50% of pregnancies are unplanned and that many Elizabeth House residents do not have access to prenatal care, Duchesny USA, the makers of Mteryti® and Mteryti® folic 5, has donated 10,000 boxes of its uniquely formulated prenatal supplements.

“Mobile health vehicles are not a new concept, but our approach is new and different because we are helping a portion of the 20 percent of women nationwide who don’t have access to prenatal care,” said Dr. Lisa Masterson. “With the help of Duchesnay USA, we have been able to provide some of these women with Mteryti® and Mteryti® folic 5; two supplements that contain folic acid, an important supplement that can help prevent birth defects.”

For more information, please visit www.pregnancyhealthaide.com

About Pregnancy Health Aide

Pregnancy Health Aide (PHA) helps pregnant mothers survive and enjoy better health in the USA and in some of the poorest regions of the world. PHA brings volunteer physicians to treat needy women and children and provides training to local healthcare personnel to improve the standard of available medical care and decrease mother-child transmission of HIV/AIDs. PHA offers regular prenatal exams to ensure healthy pregnancies and deliveries, as well as education and counseling to provide mothers-to-be with important diet, exercise and stress reduction tips. The Mobile Mom Squad is the latest PHA project, designed to take its services on the road and bring them to the needy. For more information, please visit www.pregnancyhealthaide.com.

About Elizabeth House

Elizabeth House is a residential shelter program in the community of Pasadena, California, committed to the health and welfare of adult pregnant women and their children. Elizabeth House is the only 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the San Gabriel Valley that specifically addresses the needs of pregnant women who also have small children and who lack adequate shelter and prenatal care. Elizabeth house is committed to its mission of providing shelter, hope and support to homeless pregnant women and their children by addressing their physical, emotional, spiritual and economic needs in a nurturing atmosphere. Elizabeth House has been serving women and children in the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years. For more information, please visit www.elizabethhouse.net.

About Duchesnay USA

Duchesnay USA is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a long-standing commitment to women’s health. Until recently, we focused on filling the void in terms of scientific research and education and on developing pharmacological solutions that are safe and effective for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Today, Duchesnay has broadened its portfolio of products to offer safe and effective therapeutic options that meet the health and quality of life needs of women and their family members at different stages of their lives.

For more information about Duchesnay USA, please visit www.DuchesnayUSA.com.

Dr. Lisa Talks Birth Control Options

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness

Hello and welcome to Health in Heels with Dr. Lisa!

If you are sexually active and are not ready to become a parent, it is important to use birth
control to protect yourself from pregnancy. For men, it’s simple: Use a condom or get a vasectomy), but for women, there are a multitude of birth control options.

My video breaks down many of your options:

There are 3 main-types of birth control: Barrier Methods, Intrauterine Methods (or IUD), Hormonal Methods.Barrier methods are what we are most familiar with. These include products that block the sperm from getting to the cervix and usually include nonoxynol-9 spermicide.

Intrauterine Methods (IUD) is implanted by your gynecologist.

Hormone Methods – releases a combination of progestin and estrogen.

  • Multiple Delivery methods: patch, injections, implant, oral (aka “the pill”)

  •  “Emergency contraception” Plan B and regular contraception differ.  Be sure to consult you doctor.

 

For more information talk to your OBGYN, or visit the CDC’s contraceptive website. I’ll post the link below.

Hope this video was helpful, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to submit them in the comments below or on my Twitter or Facebook page.

Thanks for tuning in, as always, I’m Dr. Lisa reminding you to be well and be fabulous!

 

Resources:

http://www.healthline.com/health/birth–control/over-the-counter-birth–control#1

 

Ask Dr. Lisa: Can I Chose the Sex of My Baby?

by Filed Under: Ask Dr. Lisa, Baby & Kids, Health & Wellness

In this episode of Health in Heels with Dr Lisa: Ask Dr. Lisa Edition, a viewer from Albania asks if there is anything special they can do to make sure that they have a baby boy.

Dr. Lisa discuss myths surrounding caloric intake, potassium and timing sexual intercourse with the ovulation cycle.

Check out the video to hear Dr. Lisa’s insight.  If you have a question that you’d like to ask, you can do so on our Twitter or Facebook accounts.  Click the icons below.

As always, be sure to like and subscribe on our YouTube channel & remember to “be well and Fabulous!”

 

 

The Magic of Conception

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Dr. Lisa Masterson takes a moment to explain the magic of conception.

As a practicing OBGYN, Dr. Lisa often has to explain the the Birds and the Bees to her patients and her Santa Monica clinic.  To keep things from getting too complicated and confusing, Dr. Lisa will often break out her Giant Microbes.  Giant Microbes are plush replicas of organisims that are too small to be viewed by the human eye.  They are also super cute and make talking about complex scientific processes much easier and relatable to her patients who might be overwhelmed.

Take a look at Dr. Lisa video here:

Something magical is about to happen! Watch as the ovulation process occurs, and then millions of sperm swim upstream on a quest to fertilize an egg.

Egg: The egg cell, or ovum, is the female reproductive cell (gamete) in oogamous organisms. The egg cell is typically not capable of active movement, and it is much larger (visible to the naked eye) than the motile sperm cells.

Sperm: the mature motile male sex cell of an animal, by which the ovum is fertilized, typically having a compact head and one or more long flagella for swimming.

Stem Cell: an undifferentiated cell of a multicellular organism that is capable of giving rise to indefinitely more cells of the same type, and from which certain other kinds of cell arise by differentiation.

ZYGOTE: a diploid cell resulting from the fusion of two haploid gametes; a fertilized ovum.

DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid is a molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms

Giant Microbes has loads of great box sets check out their site the next time you’re looking for educational or out of the box gifts!

Until next time!  Be well and be fabulous