Stillbirth

usgb/ˈstɪlbɜːrθ/
noun

The birth of a baby that has died before or during delivery.

The doctor had the sad task of informing the expecting parents about the stillbirth
Visual representation of "stillbirth" - The birth of a baby that has died before or during delivery.

Often appears as...

  • experience a stillbirth
  • a report of stillbirth
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Sensitive Topic

The term 'stillbirth' refers to a very sensitive subject and should be used with compassion.

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The support group for stillbirths provides comfort to affected families.
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Medical Context

Often used in medical or healthcare settings to discuss or report pregnancy outcomes.

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The annual health report highlighted a decrease in stillbirth rates.
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Legal Reporting

May be used in legal or formal documentation to record the outcome of a pregnancy.

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The official certificate listed the cause as stillbirth.
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