postnatally
After being born
Postnatally means after birth, referring to the period following delivery.
The term applies to both mother and child: She was diagnosed postnatally with depression, The condition can be detected postnatally.
Medical and developmental contexts use it to distinguish from prenatal (before birth) and perinatal (around the time of birth).
Lactation-based infant nourishment
- latchingSecuring with a catch
- formulaFixed method or notation
- colostrumInitial postpartum milk
- weaningGradual dietary independence
nursing · pumping · lactation consultant · engorgement · nipple shield · supplementation · cluster feeding · letdown
Wrapping babies snugly
- diaperingFastening infant's absorbent garment
- bathingImmersion for cleanliness
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- bassinetPortable infant bed
cradle · nursery · pacifier · onesies · skin-to-skin · burp cloth · nappy · nail trimming
Fetal nourishment organ
- umbilicalOf the cord connecting fetus
- colostrumInitial postpartum milk
- meconiumFetal intestinal accumulation discharged postpartum
- perineumArea between genitals, anus
lactation · engorgement · mastitis · bilirubin · jaundice · hemorrhage · episiotomy · diastasis
Medical tests for infants
- immunizationProtective medical injection
- pediatricianPhysician for children
- neonatologyCare of newborn infants
- well-baby visitsPreventive pediatric appointments
hearing test · vitamin K · prophylaxis · circumcision · heel prick · reflexes · fontanelle
Notable points of progress
- neurodevelopmentBrain formation through life stages
- bondingForming close connections
- attachmentConnection or fondness
- motor skillsCoordinated bodily movement ability
cognition · sensory processing · socialization · tummy time · head control · grasping · tracking · cooing
Restoration of health
- convalescencePost-illness healing phase
- baby bluesLight-colored eyes, affectionately
- restCessation of activity
- pelvic floorMuscles supporting abdominal organs
sleep deprivation · maternal health · support · self-care · fatigue · emotional adjustment · anxiety · recuperation
breastfeeding
Lactation-based infant nourishment
weaning · nursing · pumping · lactation consultant · engorgement · nipple shield · supplementation · cluster feeding · letdown · milk supply
swaddling
Wrapping babies snugly
- diaperingFastening infant's absorbent garment
- bathingImmersion for cleanliness
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
bassinet · cradle · nursery · pacifier · onesies · skin-to-skin · burp cloth · nappy · nail trimming · temperature regulation
placenta
Fetal nourishment organ
- umbilicalOf the cord connecting fetus
- colostrumInitial postpartum milk
- meconiumFetal intestinal accumulation discharged postpartum
perineum · lactation · engorgement · mastitis · bilirubin · jaundice · hemorrhage · episiotomy · diastasis · afterpains
newborn screening
Medical tests for infants
- immunizationProtective medical injection
- pediatricianPhysician for children
- neonatologyCare of newborn infants
well-baby visits · hearing test · vitamin K · prophylaxis · circumcision · heel prick · reflexes · fontanelle
milestones
Notable points of progress
- neurodevelopmentBrain formation through life stages
- bondingForming close connections
- attachmentConnection or fondness
motor skills · cognition · sensory processing · socialization · tummy time · head control · grasping · tracking · cooing · smiling
healing
Restoration of health
- convalescencePost-illness healing phase
- baby bluesLight-colored eyes, affectionately
- restCessation of activity
pelvic floor · sleep deprivation · maternal health · support · self-care · fatigue · emotional adjustment · anxiety · recuperation · therapy
- postnatal depressionDepressive episode after giving birth
- postnatal careHealthcare for new mothers
- postnatal recoveryHealing period following childbirth
- postnatal supportAssistance following childbirth