maternity
//məˈtɜːnɪti//
Noun
maternitySingular
1
The state or condition of being a mother, especially during pregnancy and shortly after childbirth.
The hospital has a special maternity ward for new mothers.
2
The qualities or characteristics associated with being a mother; motherly care and affection.
She showed great maternity in the way she cared for the orphaned children.
3
A hospital ward or department for women during and after childbirth.
She was transferred to maternity after giving birth.