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Overview

The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy. It provides food and oxygen to the fetus.

What is the placenta?

The placenta is a temporary organ that connects your baby to your uterus during pregnancy. The placenta develops shortly after conception and attaches to the wall of your uterus. Your baby is connected to the placenta by the umbilical cord. Together, the placenta and umbilical cord act as your baby's lifeline while in the uterus. Functions of the placenta include:

• Provides your baby with oxygen and nutrients.
• Removes harmful waste and carbon dioxide from your baby.
• Produces hormones that help your baby grow.
• Passes immunity from you to your baby.
• Helps protect your baby.