Lamaze method

[ luh-mahz ]

noun

, Obstetrics.

1. a method by which an expectant mother is prepared for childbirth by education, psychological and physical conditioning, and breathing exercises.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Lamaze method¹

Probably earlier than 1975–80; named after Fernand Lamaze, 20th-century French physician, its originator

Example Sentences

The practice originated in the natural childbirth movement in the US in the 1970s, alongside the Lamaze method and the popularity of alternatives to hospital birth, like water birth and home birth.

From The Guardian

Perhaps medical facilities should begin teaching the Lamaze method to all patients in pain and see how much reduction is possible.

From New York Times

She was 100 when she died on May 15 at her home in New York City, where she began teaching the Lamaze method and other techniques of “prepared childbirth” more than half a century ago.

From Washington Post

For instance, Mr. Lanker proposed attending a class in the Lamaze method of natural child-bearing, picking one of the couples there and following them through the delivery of their baby.

From New York Times