Glossary
Latching on
Definition Latching on refers to the process of a baby attaching themselves…
Late term pregnancy
Definition Late term pregnancy refers to a pregnancy that has extended beyond…
Late-Talker
Definition A “Late-Talker” refers to a child who has not yet developed…
Latent labor
Definition Latent labor, also known as the early phase of first stage…
Lateral
Definition In the context of motherhood, “lateral” may refer to “lateral breastfeeding”…
Lateral Movement Patterns
Definition Lateral Movement Patterns in the context of motherhood is not a…
Laughter In Families
Definition Laughter in families refers to the shared moments of joy and…
Laxative
Definition A laxative is a type of substance or medication that helps…
Lay midwife
Definition A lay midwife is a non-medical, often self-trained professional who assists…
Layette
Definition A layette is a collection of clothing, bedding, and accessories for…
Leadership In Families
Definition Leadership in families refers to the ability of parents or guardians…
Leadership Skills For Kids
Definition Leadership skills for kids refer to the development of abilities and…
Learning Disabilities
Definition Learning Disabilities refer to a group of neurological disorders that affect…
Learning disorder
Definition A learning disorder is a neurological condition that affects a person’s…
Learning Styles In Children
Definition Learning styles in children refer to the preferred methods and processes…
Leboyer birth
Definition A Leboyer birth, named after French obstetrician Frederick Leboyer, is a…
Leg cramps
Definition Leg cramps refer to sudden, painful contractions, typically of the muscles…
Leopold’s maneuvers
Definition Leopold’s maneuvers are a set of four specific actions a healthcare…
Let-down
Definition The term “let-down” in motherhood refers to the reflex that releases…
Leukorrhea
Definition Leukorrhea is a medical term that refers to a type of…