couvade syndrome

British  

noun

1. a psychosomatic condition in which the husband or partner of a pregnant woman experiences symptoms of childbirth or pregnancy

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Etymology

Origin of couvade syndrome

C20: see _couvade

Example Sentences

It is easy to dismiss these men as simply being melodramatic, especially when you compare Couvade syndrome with the intense physical strain of a real pregnancy.

From The Guardian

But more recent studies have suggested that Couvade syndrome could be linked to empathy and attachment.

From The Guardian

He had Couvade syndrome, otherwise known as a “sympathy pregnancy”.

From The Guardian

As for how many men may be affected, the research is surprising: one study found that up to 52% of US fathers will experience some symptoms of Couvade syndrome, with 59.1% in Jordan and up to 61% in Thailand.

From The Guardian

Couvade syndrome may not be limited to heterosexual human couples, although they make up the majority of the reported cases.

From The Guardian