newborn period

noun
UK /ˈnjuː.bɔːn ˈpɪə.ri.əd/
US /ˈnuː.bɔːrn ˈpɪr.i.əd/

The newborn period is the first few weeks of a baby's life right after being born.

During the newborn period, the baby sleeps most of the day.

SYNONYMS

neonatal periodearly infancyfirst weeks of lifepostnatal period

RELATED WORDS

newborninfantbabydeliverypediatrician

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The time when a baby is very young and needs lots of care and feeding.

The newborn period can be tiring for new parents.

3. The stage in a baby's life before they start smiling and looking around more.

We took many photos during the newborn period.

4. The first month after birth, often used in medical settings.

Doctors check the baby's weight during the newborn period.