genophobia

/ˌdʒɛnoʊˈfōbiə/ GEN-oh-FOH-bee-uh

Definitions

1. noun

A fear of childbirth.

“Her genophobia made it difficult for her to attend prenatal appointments.”

Synonyms

  • childbirth phobia
  • tokophobia

Antonyms

  • childbirth comfort
  • obstetric euphoria