Lying-in

usgb/ˌlaɪɪŋ ˈɪn/
noun

The period during childbirth recovery.

After the childbirth, she spent several weeks lying-in at home.
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Often appears as...

  • lying-in period
  • lying-in hospital
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Recovery Period

Refers to rest and recuperation time for a new mother after delivery.

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She'll need a month of lying-in to recover fully.
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Old-fashioned Term

'Lying-in' is an older term; 'postpartum' is more common now.

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My grandmother spoke of her lying-in after my mother was born.
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Home Care

Historically, 'lying-in' often involved home care rather than hospital stay.

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In the past, women preferred lying-in at home with a midwife's help.
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