prenatal

[pree-neyt-l] / priˈneɪt l /

ADJECTIVE

before birth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

fetal

WEAK

during pregnancy

Example Sentences

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Hackney told Salon the rise in maternity deserts is most likely a factor to the decline in early prenatal care.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

But from 2021 to 2024, prenatal care starting in the first trimester declined to 75.5 percent.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

Nearly half of women, 41%, reported that their prenatal and delivery costs were higher than they expected.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 23, 2026

The analysis was prompted by renewed public concern following claims made in September 2025 suggesting that prenatal exposure to acetaminophen could interfere with brain development and increase the likelihood of autism.

From Science Daily • Jan. 19, 2026

The inability of many poor women to get adequate health care, including prenatal and postpartum care, has been a serious problem in this country for decades.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson