Postnatal

/ˌpoʊstˈneɪtl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or occurring after the birth of a child.

The hospital offers a variety of postnatal classes to help new mothers.

Referring to the period following childbirth.

Postnatal care is essential for both the mother and the newborn.

Pertaining to the medical and physical care provided to mothers and infants after delivery.

She received a thorough postnatal examination to ensure proper recovery.

Describing psychological or emotional experiences that occur after giving birth.

Postnatal depression can affect many new mothers, requiring support and treatment.

Derived from Latin 'post' meaning 'after' and 'natalis' meaning 'relating to birth'.

postnatal care

Healthcare services provided to mothers following childbirth.

postnatal depression

A form of clinical depression that can affect women after childbirth.

postpartum

Pertaining to the period following childbirth, typically referring to the mother.

natal

Relating to birth; occurring at the time of birth.