Meaning & Definition of word "Maternity"

Maternity

/məˈtɜːrnɪti/

1. the state of being a mother; motherhood.
- Example: Her maternity leave allowed her to bond with her newborn without the pressures of work.
2. the period during which a woman is pregnant.
- Example: Maternity care is crucial for the health of both the mother and the baby.
3. a hospital or section of a hospital dedicated to the care of pregnant women and childbirth.
- Example: She was admitted to the maternity ward when her contractions started.
4. a program or leave granted to an employee for the purpose of caring for a newborn.
- Example: Many companies offer maternity leave policies to support new mothers.

●From Latin 'maternitas', from 'maternus' meaning 'maternal'.

maternity leave:

A period of absence from work granted to a mother before and after the birth of her child.

maternity hospital:

A hospital specializing in the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.

maternal:

Relating to a mother, especially during pregnancy.

maternity ward:

A hospital ward for women in labor and for mothers and their infants.

Meaning: Baby bump

● Example Sentence: She was showing her baby bump proudly at the event.

Meaning: Mommy-brain

● Example Sentence: After having the baby, she blamed her forgetfulness on mommy-brain.