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I am Pointing!

10 weeks

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

The fine motor control and coordination to point the index finger is impressive.

Label Key:

1. right ear
2. right index finger
3. right thumb
4. right dorsal wrist
5. scalp
6. forehead
7. nose
8. thumb-index web space
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
Twins at Play
Twins at Play
Right Index Finger on the Move
Right Index Finger on the Move
I am Pointing!
I am Pointing!
Kneeling in Victory
Kneeling in Victory
Holding the Feet
Holding the Feet
The Original Fetal Position
The Original Fetal Position
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