Glossary
Amniotomy
Definition Amniotomy, also known as artificial rupture of membranes (AROM), is a…
Anaesthetic
Definition Anaesthetic, in the context of motherhood, refers to medication used during…
Anaesthetist
Definition An anaesthetist, in the context of motherhood, is a medical professional…
Anal fissures
Definition Anal fissures refer to small tears or cuts in the lining…
Analgesia
Definition Analgesia refers to the relief from pain. In the context of…
Analgesic
Definition Analgesic refers to a type of medication or treatment used to…
Anemia
Definition Anemia during pregnancy, often associated with the term “motherhood”, refers to…
Anencephaly
Definition Anencephaly is a serious developmental disorder where a baby is born…
Anesthesia
Definition Anesthesia, in the context of motherhood, typically refers to the medicinal…
Anesthetic
Definition Anesthetic, in the context of motherhood, usually refers to the medication…
Anomaly
Definition In the context of motherhood or pregnancy, the term “anomaly” refers…
Antenatal
Definition Antenatal, in the context of motherhood, refers to the period of…
Antepartum
Definition Antepartum is a term used in obstetrics to refer to the…
Antepartum haemorrhage
Definition Antepartum haemorrhage (APH) is a medical term that refers to vaginal…
Anxiety In Children
Definition Anxiety in children refers to feelings of excessive worry, fear, or…
Aorta
Definition The term “Aorta” is not exclusive to motherhood; it’s a medical…
Apgar Score
Definition The Apgar Score is a quick assessment tool used to evaluate…
Aphasia
Definition Aphasia isn’t a term related to motherhood; it’s a medical term.…
Apnea
Definition Apnea in motherhood refers to pauses in breathing in infants, particularly…
Apologizing To Children
Definition Apologizing to children refers to the act of a parent or…