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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

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New mothers have shared their traumatic experiences of breastfeeding, saying there is a lack of support in the postnatal period.

From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026

"We will continue to focus on ensuring families receive the care they need in the postnatal period," Haworth added.

From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026

Turner said the classes, which cost £8 per session, aim to ease the postnatal period for new mothers, who are at risk of developing depression, external.

From BBC ● May 6, 2026

Another, in the UK, says she finds it "belittling" when people assume an unhappy mum must be suffering from postnatal depression.

From BBC ● Mar. 13, 2026

Behavior development in infants; a survey of the literature on prenatal and postnatal activity, 1920-1934. © 12Nov35; A89546.

From U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1963 July - December by Library of Congress. Copyright Office

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