Lamaze


La·maze

adj \lə-ˈmäz\

Definition of LAMAZE

: relating to or being a method of childbirth that involves psychological and physical preparation by the mother in order to suppress pain and facilitate delivery without drugs

Origin of LAMAZE

Fernand Lamaze †1957 French obstetrician
First Known Use: 1959

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