Before conception- Buddhists, Hindus and Sikhs believe a pre-existing life force enters the body at conception.
Conception- Some believe that life starts at conception this is mainly a Roman Catholic belief however some Christians agree with this as well.
14 days- After conception the embryo becomes attached to the womb.
Three weeks- After conception the heart begins to beat.
Quickening-The first movements in the womb may be felt after about nine weeks.
Ensoulment-Muslims believe the foetus gains a soul 120 days after conception. This could be linked with the development of the nervous system, brain activity or organ development.
Viability-This is when the foetus could survive if born prematurely.
Birth-Jews believe human life starts at birth.
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