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Definition of Lamaze method
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.
Exact synonyms: Lamaze Method Of Childbirth
Terms within: Effleurage
Generic synonyms: Natural Childbirth
Terms within: Effleurage
Generic synonyms: Natural Childbirth
Medical Definition of Lamaze method
1. A technique of psychoprophylactic preparation for childbirth, designed to minimise the pain of labour. (05 Mar 2000)