prenatal

Definition of prenatalnext
as in antenatal
medical occurring or performed prior to birth and during pregnancy The prenatal care of expectant mothers is of utmost importance to the OB-GYN. prenatal period testing

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Recent Examples of prenatal The chances of these complications drop with good prenatal care and thorough screening and monitoring to head off issues early. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 July 2026 Women whose care is far away receive less prenatal and postnatal care, adding to their risk of complications. Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 But the most radical and useful policy would be to stop making the prenatal care and birth of Americans dependent on the whims of each state’s Medicaid policy and the national political currents of the day. Keith Humphreys, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026 Earlier prenatal visits are associated with better pregnancy outcomes, but global billing codes don’t capture the timing of prenatal visits. Jeff Levin-Scherz, STAT, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for prenatal
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  • The health center serves more than 35,000 households, offering safe deliveries, antenatal care, child health consultations, immunization, nutrition support and emergency referrals.
    UNICEF USA, Forbes.com, 16 June 2026
  • Noting evidence of a close link between mothers' education and child health outcomes, the report also warns the ban could lead to an increase in child stunting and declines in vaccination coverage and antenatal care.
    Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes.com, 3 June 2026
Adjective
  • Like most expectant parents, Briana Faucette heard the typical warnings about sleepless nights.
    Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • Now, a ritual for expectant parents who are prepping for a momentous life change and want to squeeze in a little rest, relaxation, and quiet time before the baby comes and shakes things up!
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 15 July 2026
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  • This news marks the first time the National Zoo has had an expecting Asian elephant in nearly 25 years.
    Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 24 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • Despite the long gestational period, the look felt fresh and full of élan.
    Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • The following week she was diagnosed with gestational hypertension.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
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  • The remains of a 10-week pregnant young woman were identified last month as 15-year-old Cheryl Lynn Edwards, who went missing about 50 years earlier, according to nonprofit DNA Doe Project.
    Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • Older adults, pregnant women and young children face greater risks and should take particular care to avoid infection, Chin-Hong said.
    Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
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  • Our waiter, Juan, was – as all servers at Papi Steak are – quick to illuminate the kaleidoscopic dish with a pocket flashlight, apparently for documentary purposes.
    Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • But those numbers are improving at a quicker pace than math scores.
    Samuel O’Neal July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
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  • In the afternoon, book a spot at one of Copenhagen’s many hot tub experiences; some favorites include Hottub Copenhagen and CopenHot, the biggest outdoor spa in Denmark.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Canales had prepped the crowd beforehand that this was going to happen, so Asher’s appearance drew the biggest cheer of the evening.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
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  • That phase will include the removal of bridges, among other heavy items that will cause delays, and take … a long time.
    Mac Engel July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
  • Then, there would be a decommissioning process for heavy weapons, depots and tunnels once it is confirmed that the parties are upholding their commitments.
    Emma Nicholson, CBS News, 31 July 2026

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“Prenatal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prenatal. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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