as in antenatal
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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
Florida currently has the third highest rate in the country of pregnant women receiving delayed or even no prenatal care at all.
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Mary C. Mayhew, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026
Lusenga, however, warned that staying away from clinics could mean missing crucial prenatal and postnatal care consultations.
—Mark Banchereau, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The list of preventive maternity services, set by the federal Health Resources and Services Administration, includes prenatal and postpartum visits and screening for diabetes, anxiety, and HIV, among other things.
—Michelle Andrews, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Lusenga, however, warned that staying away from clinics could mean missing crucial prenatal and postnatal care consultations.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
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Mary C. Mayhew, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026
Lusenga, however, warned that staying away from clinics could mean missing crucial prenatal and postnatal care consultations.
—Mark Banchereau, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The list of preventive maternity services, set by the federal Health Resources and Services Administration, includes prenatal and postpartum visits and screening for diabetes, anxiety, and HIV, among other things.
—Michelle Andrews, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Lusenga, however, warned that staying away from clinics could mean missing crucial prenatal and postnatal care consultations.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prenatal
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Children benefit from regular medical check-ups, growth monitoring and nutrition support, while pregnant and lactating women receive vital antenatal and postnatal care to protect their health and the health of their babies.—
Maryanne Murray Buechner,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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In the ministry of health’s Health Statistics Report 2021, 38 percent of all Mauritian women who received antenatal care in public hospitals were reported as anaemic.—
Ariel Saramandi,
The Dial,
29 July 2025
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In pictures, Taylor Parker looked like a happy expectant mom with her boyfriend Wade Griffin.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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That means there are precautions that expectant fathers can take that don’t involve testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).—
Keith Wagstaff,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 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
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However, because Gilles had gestational diabetes, her doctors recommended that her labor be induced.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Asian Americans develop gestational diabetes at notably high rates, but even among communities of Asian descent, that risk is little known, experts told me.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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Brianna, who was 9 months pregnant at the time of the incident, gave birth four days before her arraignment, her attorney said, ClickonDetroit reported.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Bardem plays the sociopathic ex-convict, Max Cady, recently released after a 17-year stint for killing his pregnant wife.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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After a quick review, it was determined that the clock hit zero before the puck crossed the goal line, restoring a 3-1 lead for Carolina heading into intermission.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Tolle recorded two quick outs before a single by Williamson, hit-by-pitch to Fortes, and an RBI single by second baseman Richie Palacios.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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Acquired as part of the 2024 deal that sent left-hander Garrett Crochet to the Boston Red Sox, Montgomery is the final prospect of Chicago’s return to make his big-league debut.—
Johnny Flores Jr,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Nearby Ocean City has the Boardwalk and great restaurants, but Assateague is a big attraction for nature lovers, offering the chance to camp, swim and explore nature all in one place.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Their energy is heavy and combative, so much so with Shamea that Cynthia tries to orchestrate a come-to-Jesus moment at Lake Bailey.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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The separate bottom-zipper section is an absolute lifesaver if you — like me — are accustomed to bringing along multiple pairs of shoes or want a place to stash wet swimwear or heavy toiletries.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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“Prenatal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prenatal. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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