childbirth-preparation class

4.2

A class that teaches breathing, relaxation, and simple exercises to use during birth

noun

: clase de preparación para el parto

She enrolled in a childbirth-preparation class to learn techniques for a smoother labor experience.

Examples

She enrolled in a childbirth-preparation class last month.
Sara enrolled in a childbirth-preparation class to learn breathing techniques for labor.
During the childbirth-preparation class, participants practiced relaxation exercises to manage pain.
Many hospitals offer a childbirth-preparation class for expectant parents before delivery.
Are you attending the childbirth-preparation class this weekend?
Attending a childbirth-preparation class helped her feel more confident and ready for the delivery.
Many expectant mothers find that a childbirth-preparation class provides valuable support and information about the birthing process.

Surface Forms

childbirth-preparation class singular

childbirth-preparation classes plural

Morphology

childbirth-preparation + class

The meaning is directly derivable from the parts: 'childbirth' (the process of giving birth) + 'preparation' (the act of getting ready) + 'class' (a course). The hyphenated compound simply specifies the purpose of the class, a compositional and cross-linguistically common pattern, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents would understand it.

Etymology

Childbirth-preparation class is a plain name made of childbirth, preparation, and class, so picture a small group practising breathing and simple exercises to get ready for labor. That's why it means 'a class for pregnant women to learn breathing, concentration, and exercise techniques to use during labor'.