Johns Hopkins University
New Horizons for Learning: Embryological Development
In this article, "Dr. Scheibel tells the fascinating story of how the brain develops in human beings from conception to birth. He makes clear that this complex, rapidly developing process is affected continually by the environment in...
OpenStax
Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Development of the Heart
Study the embryological development of heart structures including the five regions of the fetal heart with these learning exercises.
University of Washington
Neuroscience for Kids: Brain Development
A good site that covers the development of the brain prior to and following birth.
University of Kentucky
Uk: Maternal Stress and Stress Hormones May Influence Fetal Brain Development
A review of recent studies that apparently show that stress in the mother can influence the development of the fetal brain.
Colorado State University
Colorado State University: Thyroid Hormones
A study suggesting that the presence of thyroid hormones in pregnancy has a dramatic effect on the development of the fetal brain.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Biology: Human Development Before Birth: Self Check Quiz
This multiple-choice quiz on human fetal development allows students to get hints for each question and check their answers after submitting.
Other
Pregnancy and Prenatal Care
This site contains information on the signs of pregnancy, prenatal care objectives, and pregnancy associated discomforts.
Other
Zero to Three: Brain Development
Quick overview of baby brain development both before and after birth.