postnatal

/pɒstˈnætəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or existing after birth

“The postnatal care provided by the hospital was top-notch.”

2. noun

the period of time after birth

“The postnatal period is a time of significant adjustment for new mothers.”

3. noun

the care or support provided to a person after birth

“The postnatal support group was a great resource for new parents.”

Synonyms

  • perinatal
  • postpartum

Antonyms

  • antenatal
  • prenatal