Postpartum Blues Research Articles

GAMBARAN KEJADIAN BABY BLUES PADA IBU POSTPARTUM DI KOTA MEDAN

Postpartum depression in postpartum mothers usually begins with the postpartum blues or baby blues. Baby blues syndrome is often considered not very important and is arely considered, because even if many experience it, it is often only seen as a side effect of fatigue after giving birth. But basically abby blues are very dangerous for the healt of postpartum mothers and also dangerous for their babies. The purpose of this research is to find out how the prevalence of abbay blues in the city of Medan, North Sumatera. The samples taken in this study were 80 postpartum mothers. The method used is descriptive quantitative research with primary data collection through questionnaire interviews according to the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale. The result of study can be stated that many mothers experience baby blues as much as 92,5% of respondents. Mothers who experienced the incidence of baby blues from the age of <20 were 56,25%. As well as the incidence of postpartum blues in primipadra mothers as much as 72,52%. Symptoms of postpartum blues are characterized by the presence of disturbances such as reaction of depression or sadbess, crying,irritability, anxiety, feeling unstable, tending to blame oneself, impaired appetite.

Family Support Affect Bonding Attachment of Baby and Adolescent Mother

A AbstractThe transition to parenthood can be difficult for adolescent. The birth of a baby causes a fundamental challenge to the interaction structure that has been formed. Mothers have a very important role in improving health status, especially in terms of monitoring the growth and development of babies. Unpreparedness in carrying out her new role as a mother can cause frustration and perceive her baby as a nuisance and can be psychological disorders such as postpartum depression or postpartum blues, thereby reducing the bond between mother and baby. This study used a cross-sectional method with a purposive sampling technique on 106 respondents. The results of univariate analysis showed that the average age of teenage mothers was 18 years, marital status was married (90.56%), last education was high school (81.14%), the baby's temperament was difficult (66.9%) and the mother's psychosocial condition was not at risk (54%). Bivariate analysis shows that family support influences the bond between babies and adolescent mothers, with informational support of 86.1%, instrument support of 90%, emotional support of 76.5% and appreciation support of 78.2%. The results of this study it can be concluded, the good family support, can affect the better of bonding attachment between mother and baby.Keywords: Adolescent Mothers, Family Support, Bonding Attachment

Knowledge Analysis of Postnatal Mother about Essential Newborn Care with Incidence of Postpartum Blues: A Cross-Sectional Study

Stress in the postpartum period can cause anxiety, fatigue, and decreased self-care associated with an increased risk of postpartum depression. In Indonesia, the incidence of postpartum blues is between 50-70%. This study assessed knowledge of essential newborn care among postnatal mothers and identified the incidence rate of postpartum blues. This cross-sectional study was conducted in Bengkulu city. Respondents of this research were 57 mothers who met the criteria included in the 2 weeks postpartum in Public Health Facilities. Mother’s knowledge was measured by Essential Newborn Care Questionnaire. The symptoms of postpartum blues were measured by the Edinburg Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). The contingency coefficient shows a relationship between mother’s knowledge about essential newborn care and the incidence of postpartum blues (p = 0.002; r = 0.380). The multiple logistic regression proved that knowledge is the main risk factor of postpartum blues (p 0.007; OR 6.039). The results of this study indicate that there is a significant relationship between maternal knowledge about essential newborn care and postpartum blues with a weak relationship. Those with poor knowledge, who are 6.039 times more risky than those with good knowledge, should be targeted for newborn care education.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAMILY SUPPORT AND THE INCIDENT OF 7TH DAY POST PARTUM BLUES IN PUBLIC WOMEN AT BPS ASRI (Baturetno Subdistrict, Tuban District)

In Indonesia, the incidence of post-partum blues is higher than the incidence in other countries in Asia. Postpartum blues is a problem that often occurs in postpartum mothers. Postpartum blues can be overcome by providing counseling to postpartum mothers. The research aimed to determine the relationship between family support and the incidence of postpartum blues on the 7th day in postpartum mothers in BPS Asri, Baturetno Village, Tuban District.
 This research uses a cross-sectional research method. The population in this study was all postpartum mothers who gave birth at BPS Asri in the last month, totaling 35 people. After applying the Simple Random Sampling method, 33 samples were obtained—a questionnaire sheet measuring tool.
 The results of this research were tested using the Spearman Rank test method using SPSS For Windows software, it was found that the p-value = 0.009 (α <0.05) which states that H1 is accepted, meaning there is a relationship between family support and the incidence of postpartum blues on the 7th day. Postpartum mother at BPS Asri, Baturetno Village, Tuban District.
 From the explanation above it can be concluded that family support can influence the incidence of postpartum blues, it is hoped that it can increase insight and knowledge so that it can emphasize the level of knowledge of family support

Sosialisasi Pencegahan Post Partum Blues Pada Ibu Nifas

.Bobak's book review (2005) states that post partum blues is a mild affective disorder syndrome that occurs early after childbirth, with signs of sadness or dysphoria, crying, irritability, anxiety, lability of feelings, tendency to blame oneself, appetite disorders. , sleep disturbances, feelings of envy and guilt. This situation will get better and worse depending on the patient's coping mechanism. By looking at this situation, we need to look at educational factors as well as being part of the factors that encourage post partum blues. Research from Hasifah, H., Nurparisih, U. S., Maliga, I., & Lestari, A. (2024), there is a relationship between the level of maternal knowledge and the incidence of post partum blues in post partum mothers. Conclusions from other research are that age, parity, level of education, family support, sleep disorders, type of delivery, and readiness to become a mother are factors that cause postpartum blues and can be overcome by involving the husband, family and the surrounding environment through support for postpartum mothers. (Olii, N et al, 2023). The method of this community service activity is by conducting outreach to post partum mothers or postpartum mothers in the Cirebon Regency area by visiting the home once. Socialization using leaflet media, with the topic, "Socialization on the Prevention of Post Partum Blues in Postpartum Women". The target selection here is postpartum mothers who have recently given birth, around 3-5 days after giving birth, targeting postpartum mothers and their husbands. After carrying out "Socialization on the Prevention of Post Partum Blues among Postpartum Mothers" through home visits, the response from families and mothers was visible. the good one. There are also several questions such as why it is so important to support postpartum mothers, there are also those who feel that they are not aware of the importance of this support, considering that the forms of support are also complex, they also feel helped by the socialization regarding the prevention of post partum blues.

Pemberian Komunikasi, Informasi Dan Edukasi (KIE) Adaptasi Psikologi Post Partum Sebagai Upaya Pencegahan Postpartum Blues Pada Ibu Nifas Di UPT Puskesmas Kec. Alas Barat

Psychological adaptation in postpartum mothers begins when the mother enters the period after giving birth, such as the mother starting to care for and take care of her baby, this is a new role and responsibility for every woman after giving birth. These new roles and responsibilities often make mothers feel insecure and stressed. Which is based on the mother's feelings of sadness and despair because she has not been able to care for the baby well. This is known as baby blues or postpartum blues. Baby blues has mild effects that can occur on the first day after postpartum, days 3-5 tend to get worse and last within 14 days or 2 weeks postpartum. With support from the extended family, partner and closest friends, the mother will feel safer and more comfortable, thereby improving the level of health of the mother and child, both physically and spiritually. In this case, IEC is carried out regarding postpartum psychological changes for mothers and families as an effort to prevent and overcome the incidence of post partum blues in mothers. From this community service activity, it was found that mothers, husbands and families understand the post partum psychological adaptations that can occur in postpartum mothers and the family will try to continue to help the mother in caring for her baby, comfort the mother and also always provide positive support so that the mother is able to and confident in caring for the baby so that the baby and mother are physically and mentally healthy.

Postpartum blues prevalence in polish population - Pilot study

Postpartum blues prevalence in polish population - Pilot study

Factors Affecting the Incidence of Postpartum Blues in Postpartum Women in the Karang Tengah Urban Village Area, Sukabumi City

Aims: This study was to determine the factors that influence the incidence of postpartum blues in postpartum mothers in Karang Tengah Urban Village, Sukabumi City. Methods: Correlational research with cross sectional approach. The study population was all postpartum mothers in Karang Tengah Urban Village, Sukabumi City and a sample of 30 people using purposive sampling technique. Results: There was an effect of social support, coping stress, socioeconomic status, and gender roles on the incidence of postpartum blues in postpartum mothers (p < 0.05). There is a simultaneous influence of social support, coping stress, socioeconomic status, and gender roles on the incidence of postpartum blues in postpartum women (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Postpartum blues incidence in postpartum mothers in Karang Tengah Urban Village Area of Sukabumi City is influenced by social support, coping stress, socioeconomic status, and gender roles.

Analysis of Factors Related to the Incidence of Postpartum Blues in Adolescent Mother

BACKGROUND: Adolescent marriage in Indonesia is very high, this will have an impact on the psychological aspects of adolescents. Postpartum psychological disorders of adolescent mothers are postpartum blues. AIM: The study aimed to identify factors related to the incidence of postpartum blues in adolescent mothers. METHODS: This quantitative study used a cross-sectional method involving 90 respondents taken by consecutive sampling. Research sites in Bandung City Special Hospital for Mothers and Children and Al-Ihsan Regional Public Hospital, Bandung District. This research was conducted from May to September 2019. Data collection instruments in this study use the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale. Pregnancy planning uses the London Measure of Unplanned Pregnancy questionnaire. Social support uses a postpartum support system and a family coping questionnaire. The last questionnaire is the psychosocial condition of the mother Postpartum Postnatal Risk Questionnaire. Multivariate analysis using logistic regression tests to determine the factors most related to the incidence of postpartum blues in adolescent mothers. RESULTS: The results showed that there were 44.4% of adolescent mothers experience postpartum blues. There was a significant relationship between social support and the incidence of postpartum blues (p = 0.001; odds ratio [OR] 11,777; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 3604–109,534) and home living also had a significant relationship with the incidence of postpartum blues (p = 0.002; OR = 9,653; 95% CI = 0.001–0.225). A negative B value at the home living indicated that home living is a preventative factor for postpartum blues in adolescent mothers. CONCLUSIONS: Postpartum blues are influenced by social support, psychosocial conditions, and pregnancy planning. Adolescent mothers need to get attention, especially from their husbands and families during the period of puerperium.

Hubungan Tingkat Pendidikan dengan Kejadian Postpartum Blues pada Ibu Postpartum di RSUD Sumbawa

Postpartum blues or often also called Maternity Blues or Baby Blues is defined as a syndrome of mild side effects that often appears in the first week after delivery and peaks on the third to fifth day and attacks within 14 days after delivery. This study aims to determine the relationship between education level and the incidence of postpartum blues in postpartum mothers. The type of research used is quantitative research using a cross sectional design. The statistical test used is the chi square test. The sample in this study consisted of 95 respondents. Based on the research results, it is known that there is a relationship between the level of maternal knowledge and the incidence of postpartum blues in postpartum mothers (p value 0.002).

The Relationship between Early Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety: A Systematic Review

Background: Anxiety in pregnancy has many adverse effects, both on maternal mental health and birth outcomes, as well as being a risk factor for maternal depression. The period of pregnancy and childbirth is said to be a period of life that has the potential for pregnant women to experience stress. Early pregnancy occurs in young women aged <20 years. This study aims to analyze and examine the relationship between early pregnancy and postpartum anxiety using a systematic review method.
 Method: This research is a systematic review with PICO including: (1) Population: pregnant women; (2) Intervention: Early pregnancy; (3) Normal age pregnancy; (4) Postpartum blues. The databases used are Google Scholar, PubMed, and GARUDA. Inclusion criteria include full text in Indonesian and English with research subjects being pregnant women with anxiety. The exclusion criteria in this study were articles published under the last five years.
 Results: A total of 9 articles stated that there was a relationship between early pregnancy and postpartum anxiety. The average level of anxiety during pregnancy is quite high, and approaches a severe anxiety score. Anxiety levels decreased immediately after delivery, but there was no further decrease until the late postpartum period.
 Keywords: early pregnancy, anxiety, postpartum
 Correspondence: Shifa Nabila Husen, Midwifery Program Study, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia. Jl. Mayjen Prof.Dr. Moestopo No. 47, Tambaksari, Surabaya 60132, Jawa Timur. Email: shifanaabilaa@gmail.com. Mobile: +6281210299045.

SLEEPY MELODIES: Android-Based Application For Hypno Sleeping Process In Babies 0-6 Months

The postpartum period is the period of six weeks after delivery or 42 days from the birth of the baby until the reproductive organs return to their normal pre-pregnancy state. During the postpartum period, only some postpartum mothers managed to adjust to the post-natal psychological change phase, while others did not manage to adjust and experienced psychological disorders. According to Nasri (2017), one of the problems of postpartum mothers is psychological problems, the most common affective or mood disorders found in postpartum women are postpartum blues. According to Ibrahim (2012) many factors are suspected to be the trigger for the postpartum blues including hormonal factors, age, parity, experience in the process of pregnancy and childbirth, education, marital status, unwanted pregnancies, history of mental disorders, socioeconomic, and social support. . In addition, readiness in caring for babies is also a factor in the occurrence of post partum blues if the baby is fussy for a long time. One way for mothers who are affected by the postpartum blues due to difficulties in caring for babies, especially putting babies to sleep, is to use the hypno sleeping method with white noise media. According to the National Sleep Foundation, white noise can give babies a better sense of sleep, without being distracted by distracting high-pitched sounds.Along with the industrial revolution 4.0 which changed the way humans work from manual use to digitalization, the representation of applications that can be used in community service. The aim of this study was to produce an application Sleppy Melodies Android-based to help mothers make it easier for their children to sleep. This research design uses the model Research and Development. Sources of data for this study came from mothers with children aged 0-6 months, midwives, material experts, and media experts. There were 87% of mothers and 89% of midwives who responded very well to the application Sleepy Melodies Android-based. In this study it can be concluded that application Sleepy Melodies android-based declared eligible by 86% to be used by health workers and mothers in improving the quality of infant sleep.

POSTPARTUM BLUES PHENOMENON: ISLAMIC RELIGIOSITY (MUROTTAL AND DHIKR THERAPY) INTERVENTION IN THE WORKING AREA OF SEMARANG CITY PUSKESMAS

Emotional strain arises during the postpartum phase. Postpartum blues is one of the common complications that arise from psychological issues in postpartum mothers. Inappropriate handling can cause postpartum depression and even psychosis, damage the mother-infant bond, and, in the worst-case scenario, harm the kid. Postpartum blues, often known as baby blues, affects 26–85% of women in Asian countries after giving birth, whereas 50–70% of postpartum mothers in Indonesia experience the condition. The percentage of women who get the baby blues ranges from 50 to 70%. The baby blues syndrome affects 1 to 2 moms out of every 1000 babies. This study aimed to analyze the intervention of murotal Al-Qur'an therapy and dhikr on the phenomenon of postpartum blues. This type of research is quantitative by design quasi-experiment one group pretest-posttest. 30 respondents participated using a positive sampling technique. Intervention is given once a day for 6 days independently accompanied by researchers. The instrument is the EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) questionnaire and the analysis test used is the Wilcoxon test. Before receiving Al-Qur'an murottal treatment and dhikris, postpartum moms' EPDS score After receiving Al-Qur'an murottal therapy intervention and dhikr in the Semarang City Health Center area, the majority of postpartum mothers (83.3%) experienced a decrease in EPDS scores, indicating that they were in the normal category. Out of all respondents, 100% reported having mild depression or postpartum blues. The findings of the Wilcoxon test showed a significance value of p <0.001, indicating that dhikr and murottal Al-Qur'an therapy had an impact on the postpartum blues phenomena. The average difference between the EPDS scores before and after the intervention is four points. When it came to the postpartum blues phenomena in the Semarang City Health Center region, the intervention of murottal Al-Qur'an therapy and dhikr produced a significant value of p<0.001, indicating that the phenomenon was affected by the intervention. Keywords: Postpartum Blues, Murottal Al-Qur'an Therapy, and Dhikr Therapy

The Emotional State During Cesarean Section and Vaginal Delivery

Alterations in emotional, social, or psychological factors of a woman's life in postpartum could lead to impairing mood disturbances. Depressed mood in mothers in the first days after delivery is named maternity blues and accepted as a common phenomenon in the postpartum phase. The aim of the present study is to determine the mood of the women with pregnancy after delivery. After approval of Clinical Research Ethics Committee, this cross-sectional designed study was enrolled women in postpartum period who underwent vaginal delivery or cesarean section in Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Medical Faculty, Gaziosmanpasa University, Tokat, Turkey. All subjects were invited to complete the questionnaires including Pain Catastrophizing Scale, Beck Depression Inventory, Beck Anxiety Inventory and Short Form-36 in the first 24th hour of postpartum period. The lumbopelvic pain intensity associated with cesarean section incision or episiotomy was evaluated using visual analog scale. The mean age of the participants was 28.43∓5.14. In catastrophizing group, the mean role limitations due to physical health problems, Beck Depression Inventory-C, Beck Depression Inventory-S, Beck Depression Inventory, Beck Anxiety Inventory and visual analog scale in women with cesarean section, and general mental health in women with vaginal delivery were significantly higher compared to each other (p=0.037, p=0.002, p=0.003, p=0.01, p=0.042, p<0.01, p=0.005, respectively). The present study revealed that the psychological condition and quality of life of women may impair after cesarean section, hence it might be beneficial to provide emotional support for patients after cesarean section.

EMPOWERING THE INDEPENDENCE OF PARTWORLD WOMEN IN THE USE OF THE DPP SOLUTION APPLICATION AS A PREVENTIVE MEASURE FOR POST PARTUM BLUES

Postpartum blues is a mild postpartum stress syndrome experienced by mothers within 3-10 days. Postpartum blues has symptoms such as excessive sadness, sudden crying, irritability, difficulty sleeping, headaches, and a tendency to blame yourself. Postpartum blues causes mothers to become passive and ignore their babies as well as hormonal imbalances due to anxiety and stress. Mothers experiencing excessive stress have an impact on decreasing interest and interest in babies and the ability to care for their babies properly, not being enthusiastic about breastfeeding so that the health and development of the baby is not optimal. The novelty of this community service activity can provide education regarding the prevention of postpartum depression by using an application. This service activity was attended by posyandu cadres, couples of childbearing age (PUS), pregnant women and postpartum mothers. The purpose of this service activity is to increase public understanding of the prevention of postpartum depression, to be skilled at self-detection and its citizens about postpartum depression. The target of this activity is 30 people. The activity method is carried out twice by giving a pre test, lecture and followed by a post test by filling out a questionnaire. The evaluation was carried out with cadres by conducting interviews on their understanding of prevention of postpartum depression. The results achieved in this activity are that the community gains knowledge about postpartum depression.

Factors Related To The Event Baby Blues In Postpartum Mothers

Background: Baby blues is a mild affective disorder syndrome that often appears in the first week after delivery and tends to get worse on the third to fifth day and lasts for two weeks. The incidence rate increased in 2020 to around 70-80% of postpartum mothers experiencing baby blues syndrome and around 10-13% continued with postpartum depression. Postpartum blues hurt pregnant women and their unborn fetuses. This study aimed to determine the relationship between factors that influence the incidence of baby blues in postpartum mothers in the working area of the Bungku Tengah health center, Bungku Tengah sub-district, Morowali district. Methods: The research used the quantitative method through a cross-sectional study approach. The population in this study was 24 people with a total sampling technique with a total sample of 24 postpartum mothers. The instrument used was the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS). The analytical method uses the Chi-Square statistical test and the Phi coefficient (ⱷ). Results: Based on the study's results, there is a strong relationship between the incidence of baby blues and age, husband's support, parity level, and maternal employment. The p values (ⱷ) respectively (0.001, 0.001, 0.001 and 0.003) <0.05, which means that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, thus there is a relationship between age, husband's support, parity level, maternal employment with the incidence of baby blues among postpartum mothers in the working area of the Bungku Tengah Community Health Center, Bungku Tengah District, Morowali Regency). Conclusion: There is a relationship between age, husband's support, parity level, and maternal employment with the incidence of baby blues among postpartum mothers in the working area of the Bungku Tengah Community Health Center, Bungku Tengah District, Morowali Regency.

Phenomenological Study of Women’s Experiences of Neonatal Transport After Childbirth in Korea

ObjectiveTo explore the experiences of women in Korea who were separated from their newborns when they were transported to neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) to receive treatment. DesignPhenomenological. SettingA university hospital with approximately 600 beds in Seoul, Korea. ParticipantsWomen who experienced neonatal transport after childbirth from March to May 2021 (N = 9). MethodsWe collected data through individual in-depth interviews and analyzed them using Colaizzi’s procedure. ResultsWe extracted four overarching themes that represented the experiences of participants: Outsider Left Alone, Enduring in a Different World, The Lost Starting Line, and Running Together. ConclusionOur findings captured the unique experiences of women whose newborns were transported from the hospitals where they were born to NICUs at other hospitals to receive treatment. It is necessary to develop and apply tailored nursing interventions, such as assessment and support for postpartum blues or depression, to ensure that postnatal care and healthy maternal transition are not hindered.

Lavender Aromatherapy on Post-Partum Anxiety

Background: Anxiety that is not immediately treated will result in port partum depression, postpartum blues or baby blues. The safest treatment of anxiety is to use non-pharmacological methods; one of which is lavender aromatherapy. Objective: The research aims to determine the effect of lavender aromatherapy on the anxiety of post-partum women at BPM Elis Nurhayati (Independent Midwife Clinic) Depok in 2018. Methods: The study used Quasy-Experiment with nonequivalent control group and pre-post test design. The research involved two groups, the experimental group and the control group. Data were collected using Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety questionnaire (HRS-A). Data analysis was carried out using independent and paired simple t-test. Results: Statistical result shows that P value was 0.000, it means that there was an influence of lavender aromatherapy in decreasing anxiety among post-partum women. Conclusions and Suggestions: Medical officers need to optimize treatment to reduce the level of post-partum anxiety by giving lavender aromatherapy for 15-30 minutes. Lavender aromatherapy is suggested to use to reduce postpartum anxiety.

Biopsychosocial correlates of emotional problems in women during pregnancy and postpartum period

Background: Transition to motherhood is associated with several emotional problems that can have long-term consequences on the mother and baby. Aim: To examine the association of various biomedical and cultural factors with the new onset of emotional problems during pregnancy and postpartum period. Materials and Methods: This prospective longitudinal study included 300 pregnant women interviewed in the third trimester. Results: The prevalence of emotional problems in the study group was 31.58%. The prevalence of anxiety disorder NOS and mixed anxiety and depressive disorder in the last trimester of pregnancy in our study was 4% and 1.33%, respectively, and 0.67% and 1.33%, respectively, at 4 days postpartum. At 6 weeks postpartum, the prevalence of anxiety disorder NOS was 1.33%, generalized anxiety disorder was 0.67%, and major depression was 1.33. The prevalence of postpartum blues in our study was 25.33%. Conclusion: There was a significant association between psychiatric disorders during and postpartum period and the following factors: higher parity, increased maternal age, low hemoglobin levels, cesarean section, planned pregnancy, and extended family. Postpartum blues was associated with higher parity and low blood pressure.

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Postpartum Depression among Women: A Review Paper

Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is one of the most serious problems that affect women and sometimes men in the postpartum period, it can be distinguished from the postpartum blues by the severity and duration. PPD is more serious and persist after the first week of the postpartum period, and can develop to Psychosis if doesn’t treat. This review to investigate the prevalence and risk factors of postpartum depression. Method: An electronic search in the databases, Cochrane databases for systemic review, ELM, Google Scholar, and Pub Med, using the keywords of Postpartum Depression, Postnatal depression, Risk Factors, and Prevalence. Result: After reviewing 23 studies, the prevalence worldwide was one in nine women had PPD. The risk factors were: psychosocial factors like lack of support, history of previous psychiatric illness, biological factors such as the deficiency of some nutrients (Vit-D, Omega-3, the race and ethnicity, the place of residence, the newborn health condition, mode of birth, and Anemia. Conclusion: PPD is the most common complication in the postpartum period. Good assessment from beginning of the preconception period to antenatal and finally in the postpartum period, can rescue many mothers from suffering. We as Healthcare providers should pay more attention to mothers especially in the postpartum period in the same level of priority as her infants.