2. FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM Consists of paired internal ovaries, paired uterine tubes (oviducts), and a single uterus, and vagina Accessory gland – mammary gland
5. MAIN FUNCTION/S Secretion of female sex hormones Production of oocytesfor fertilization by sperm Transportation of embryo to the uterus Implantation of embryo Development of fetus (pregnancy) Nutrition of newborn
6. OVARIES Flattened almond – shaped bodies Situated deep in the pelvic cavity One section is attached to the broad ligament by a peritneal fold, mesovarium Another section is attached to the uterine wall by ovarian ligament
14. Less facial hair and smoother skinLuteinizing hormone (LH) and Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) help to control production of estrogen
15. PROGESTERONE Responsible for the changes in the endometrium in the second half of the menstrual cycle For fertility and pregnancy Prepare the endometrium for implantation of fertilized egg and its development Maintain the uterus throughout pregnancy
16. PROGESTERONE Low progesterone hormones have negative influences on your body, fertility, pregnancy and can even lead to an expelling of a fertilized egg