Lamaze method of childbirth

Definitions of Lamaze method of childbirth
  1. noun
    a method that prepares a mother for natural childbirth; the pregnant woman (in classes and at home) practices (usually with the help of a coach) and learns about the physiology of childbirth and techniques of relaxation, concentration, and breathing
    synonyms: Lamaze method
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    type of:
    natural childbirth
    labor and childbirth without medical intervention; no drugs are given to relieve pain or aid the birth process
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