Natural Childbirth (Noun)
Meaning
Labor and childbirth without medical intervention; no drugs are given to relieve pain or aid the birth process; "natural childbirth is considered the safest for the baby".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The hospital had a specialized birthing room designed for natural childbirth with birthing tubs and plenty of natural light.
- Some mothers-to-be prepare themselves for natural childbirth through various techniques, such as Lamaze and Bradley method classes.
- Although many medical professionals swear by medical intervention, a number of parents believe natural childbirth is still the way to go.
- Expectant mothers planning on having natural childbirth need to create a supportive birthing environment with low noise and soft music.
- With an estimated increase in mothers seeking non-traditional childbirth methods, there is now an option to receive coaching and counseling in preparation for natural childbirth.