Pronunciation: /ˈvædʒɪnəl ˈsidɪŋ/
noun a medical procedure in which a swab is taken from a mother's vagina and wiped on a newborn baby's skin, mouth, or eyes to transfer beneficial bacteria
A1 Vaginal seeding is a controversial practice involving transferring vaginal fluids to a newborn baby.
A2 Some parents believe that vaginal seeding can help boost their baby's immune system.
B1 Research on the benefits of vaginal seeding is still ongoing.
B2 There is conflicting evidence on whether vaginal seeding is safe and effective.
C1 Medical professionals caution against the use of vaginal seeding due to potential risks.
C2 The debate surrounding vaginal seeding continues among healthcare providers and parents alike.
formal Vaginal seeding is a controversial procedure in which a newborn is exposed to the mother's vaginal fluids to promote a healthy microbiome.
informal I heard about this thing called vaginal seeding where they rub the baby with the mom's fluids after birth.
slang Have you heard of that vaginal seeding trend? It's supposed to be good for the baby's gut health.
figurative In a way, vaginal seeding can be seen as passing on the mother's 'good bacteria' to the baby for a healthy start in life.
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