noun
- Plural of puerpera; women who have recently given birth and are in the postpartum period.
Usage: medical/clinical term; Latin plural form, sometimes used in English medical contexts
Examples
- The hospital established a specialized ward for puerperae requiring intensive monitoring.
- Puerperae are at increased risk for postpartum complications during the first six weeks.
- The study examined infection rates among puerperae in developing countries.
- Medical staff provided counseling to puerperae about recovery and infant care.