What does postnatal mean?
Postnatal means After being born, of or pertaining to the period immediately after birth (of a baby)..
Postnatal
/poʊstˈneɪtəl/ · adjective
Meaning
After being born, of or pertaining to the period immediately after birth (of a baby)..
Definitions by Sense
- After being born, of or pertaining to the period immediately after birth (of a baby).
- (proscribed) Of a mother, after giving birth.
Example Sentences
postnatal development
postnatal treatment
Synonyms for postnatal
Antonyms for postnatal
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Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for postnatal?
Common synonyms include postpartum.
What is the opposite of postnatal?
Possible antonyms include prenatal, postpartum, perinatal, antenatal.
How do you use postnatal in a sentence?
postnatal development
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