Leboyer method of childbirth

Definitions of Leboyer method of childbirth
  1. noun
    a method of childbirth that tries to minimize the trauma for the newborn; delivery occurs in a quiet dimly lit room and the infant's head is not pulled and immediate bonding between mother and child is encouraged
    synonyms: Leboyer 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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