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Glossary of Preconception Preconception is a whole new world for parents-to-be - a place filled with jargon and medical procedures, some of which can be quite confusing. Below you will find some common preconception terms and their definitions to help you find your way. Have a word you'd like to see here? Let us know. 
Browse terms by letter: a - b - c - d - e - f - g - h - i - j - k - l - m - n - o - p - q - r - s - t - u - v - w - x - y - z - Cervical Mucous A fluid that is secreted by the cervix when estrogen is ripening eggs just before ovulation. This mucous nourishes the sperm and helps it travel. Slippery mucous generally moves down to the vaginal opening. Many women monitor their cervical mucous to determine their most fertile time of the month. More about Cervical Mucous: Article: Fertile Signs More about Cervical Mucous: Expert Q&A: How does the cervical fluid change right after fertilization occurs?
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