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postnatal

American

[pohst-neyt-l] / poʊstˈneɪt l /

adjective

subsequent to childbirth.

postnatal infection.

postnatal British

/ pəʊstˈneɪtəl /

adjective

existing or taking place after giving birth

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Etymology

Origin of postnatal

First recorded in 1855–60; post- + natal

Example Sentences

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She said her family were told there were no available beds in Leeds - Yorkshire's only MBU - with Lizzy sent to the closest available unit able to treat psychosis and severe postnatal depression.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

The directives require enhanced monitoring of the individuals’ general health and well-being to ensure appropriate pre- and/or postnatal and other medical and mental health care.

From Slate • Dec. 8, 2025

The results, published this week in the British Journal of Psychiatry, looked at almost 200 mums with postnatal depression over eight months.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

Many companies have expanded coverage for fertility treatments, pre- and postnatal care, parental leave and ramped-up reboarding for new mothers returning to work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 11, 2025

The markings of the shell change first when postnatal growth begins and again when sexual maturity is attained.

From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.

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