Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puerperal
Adjective
/pjuːˈɜːr.pə.rəl/
Definition
Relating to the period of time immediately following childbirth.
Examples
- The puerperal phase is critical for both the mother and the newborn.
- She experienced puerperal depression after her delivery.
- Puerperal infections can pose serious health risks if not properly managed.
Meaning
Puerperal describes anything associated with the time after a woman has given birth, typically referring to both physical and psychological aspects during the postpartum phase.
Synonyms
- Postpartum
- Postnatal
- Afterbirth
