Definitions--pregnancy
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Postpartum:
In the period just after delivery, as with postpartum depression. Postpartum
refers to the mother and postnatal to the baby.
Postnatal:
Of or occurring after birth, especially during the period
immediately after birth.
First trimester; Preconception to 12 weeks
Second trimester: 13-25
Third trimester: 26-39
Preterm: An infant born prematurely