Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perinatal
Adjective
/ˌpɛrɪˈneɪtəl/
Definition
Referring to the period shortly before and after childbirth.
Examples
- The perinatal period is crucial for both maternal and infant health.
- Perinatal care includes monitoring the health of the mother and the fetus.
- There are specific risks associated with perinatal depression.
Meaning
The term ‘perinatal’ encompasses the time frame just before, during, and shortly after a baby is born, typically covering the last few weeks of pregnancy and the first few weeks of the newborn’s life.
Synonyms
- Prenatal
- Postnatal
- Maternal-infant
