birthing
/ˈbɜrθɪŋ/
noun
- The process of giving birth to a baby or young animal.
- The documentary showed the birthing of a sea turtle on the beach.
- The hospital has a special wing dedicated to birthing.
- She attended a class on natural birthing techniques.
Synonyms
adjective
- Related to or used during the process of giving birth.
- Many women prefer a birthing center over a traditional hospital.
- They set up a birthing pool in the living room for a home birth.
- The midwife brought a birthing stool to the delivery room.