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postpartum Definition

post·par·tum (pōst′pär′təm)

adjective

of the period following childbirth

Etymology: L < post-, post- + partum, acc. of partus, a bringing forth < parere, to bear: see -parous

postpartum Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • hemorrhage: Furthermore, submucosal fibroids can increase the chances of postpartum hemorrhage, obstructed labor, stalled labor and cesarean section.
  • hemorrhage: Where treatment for postpartum hemorrhage is needed, there are two elements.
  • depression: I'd like to find out what percentage of postpartum depression is linked to failure to breastfeed.
  • period: The most important factor is the animal's energy balance in the early postpartum period.
  • woman: Periodic monitoring of blood pressure is recommended in postpartum women receiving bromocriptine for the inhibition of lactation.
  • care: Articles cover preconception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum care.

Modifying Another Word

  • early: Each partner was interviewed on four occasions: mid- and late pregnancy, early postpartum and 4 months postnatally.