postpartum

[ pohst-pahr-tuhm ]

adjective

1. of or noting the period of time following childbirth; after delivery:

   I suffered from postpartum depression with my first child.

adverb

1. in the period of time following childbirth; after delivery:

   Her passion as a physiotherapist is motivating women to regain their strength and fitness postpartum.

postpartum

/ pəʊstˈpɑːtəm /

adjective

1. med following childbirth

Word History and Origins

Origin of postpartum¹

First recorded in 1840–50; from New Latin post partum “after childbirth”; post post- + partum, accusative of partus “a bringing forth,” equivalent to par(ere) “to bear ” ( parturient ) + -tus suffix of verbal action

Word History and Origins

Origin of postpartum¹

Latin: after the act of giving birth

Example Sentences

In its letter to Cedars-Sinai, the federal office said that it examined records of 38 patients who had suffered postpartum hemorrhaging.

From Los Angeles Times

The resulting lack of consistent treatment to patients from any given hospital makes it difficult for hospital-based pregnancy programs to capture the true burden of prenatal and postpartum challenges that these patients experience.

From Science Daily

Slate is full of praise for both actors, saying that she will be first in line later this year to see Adams’ buzzy “Nightbitch,” a movie that shares with “Lifeform” themes of postpartum animalism.

From Los Angeles Times

This includes allowing states to offer hybrid and virtual services permanently, and expanding eligibility for postpartum and breastfeeding women, as well as children.

From Salon

Three days postpartum, the couple made a joint appearance on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” to talk about their wild night.

From Los Angeles Times