Natal
Natal
Natal (pronunciation: /ˈneɪtəl/) is a term used in the medical field to refer to anything related to birth. The term is derived from the Latin word "natalis," which means "pertaining to birth."
Etymology
The term "natal" comes from the Latin "natalis," which means "pertaining to birth." It is often used in conjunction with other words to form terms related to birth or the time immediately following birth, such as "perinatal" (around the time of birth), "prenatal" (before birth), and "postnatal" (after birth).
Related Terms
- Perinatal: This term refers to the period immediately before and after birth. It is typically defined as the time between the 20th week of gestation and the 28th day after birth.
- Prenatal: This term refers to the time period that occurs before birth. It is often used to describe care given to a pregnant woman, such as prenatal vitamins or prenatal check-ups.
- Postnatal: This term refers to the time period that occurs after birth. It is often used to describe care given to a newborn baby or the mother after birth, such as postnatal check-ups or postnatal depression.
- Neonatal: This term refers to the first 28 days of life. It is often used in the context of neonatal care, which is the specialized care given to newborn babies, particularly those who are ill or born prematurely.
- Antenatal: This term is synonymous with prenatal and also refers to the period before birth.
See Also
- Obstetrics: This is the field of medicine that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
- Pediatrics: This is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Natal
- Wikipedia's article - Natal
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