Postpartum Depression In Mothers Research Articles

Relationship Between Frequency of Remote Visitation and Postpartum Depression in Mothers of Hospitalized Neonates During the COVID-19 Pandemic

ObjectiveTo explore the relationship between symptoms of postpartum depression and the number of remote visitations among mothers of infants in the NICU. DesignRetrospective cohort study. SettingNICU in a medical university in Iwate, Japan. ParticipantsA total of 89 mothers of infants who spent more than 1 month in the NICU from June 2021 to December 2022. MethodsParticipants completed the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) at 4 days and 1 month after birth. We used a one-way analysis of variance with Tukey–Kramer or Games–Howell post hoc tests to examine differences in postpartum depression among three groups based on the frequency of remote visitation: frequent visitation, rare visitation, or no visitation. ResultsOf the 89 mothers, 41 scored 9 points or higher on the EPDS conducted 4 days after birth; among them, 14 did not visit, 13 rarely visited, and 14 frequently visited the NICU remotely through a web camera. The rare visitation group had significantly higher EPDS scores 1 month after birth (M = 9.7, SD = 5.2) than the frequent (M = 5.3, SD = 3.7) and no visitation (M = 5.1, SD = 4.2) groups (p < .05). The rare visitation group demonstrated lower improvement on the EPDS than the frequent and no visitation groups (nonsignificant). ConclusionIt is unclear whether remote visitation reduces symptoms of postpartum depression; however, the frequency of remote visitation could be assessed to identify at-risk mothers in need of social support.

Deteksi Dini Depresi pada Ibu Postpartum

Changes in the postpartum period require a lot of adjustments so they can cause both psychological and physical disorders. Depression in postpartum mothers tends to be invisible but has a negative impact. Mothers who cannot adapt to the critical postpartum period can experience psychological disorders. This disorder is common in women during pregnancy and postpartum but often goes undiagnosed and untreated.. Maternal depressive symptoms affect the mother's emotional and cognitive ability to interact with the baby and family, especially in conditions of long-term depression. Education or counseling can be carried out to increase knowledge or understanding of postpartum mothers. The community service method is in the form of education or counseling with the title Early Detection of Depression in Postpartum Mothers. This activity will be carried out in January-February 2024 at PMB Herasdiana Palembang. During this 2 month period, several stages of preparation were carried out and coordinated with related parties and provided education to mothers at PMB Herasdiana Palembang.

IJCM_330A: Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among females attending tertiary hospital Jammu

Background: Puerperium or Postpartum period is the period of first six weeks postpartum which begin immediately after parturition. During this time woman is adapting to multiple physical, social and psychological changes. Early identification of such symptoms is crucial for its prompt treatment. Many women develop depressive symptoms. Objective: is to find out the prevalence and factors associated with Postpartum Depression especially the social support. Methodology: this cross-sectional study was conducted for a period of one year among mothers who were in the period of 4-7 weeks postpartum. The participants were assessed using the scales -Edinburgh Postnatal Depression scale, Hamilton depression Rating scale and Multidimensional scale of perceived Social Support (MSPSS). Statistical analysis was done using spss version (20.0) info. Appropriate statistical tests were used. A p-value of &lt; 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Out of 750, 16.1% had postpartum depression, (a score of =10 on EPDS). The factors which were significantly associated included marital status, religion, residence, education of mother and her husband, history of domestic violence, history of mental illness in the past, family history of mental illness, duration of pregnancy, time since delivery, any complication during pregnancy, birthweight of baby and planned parenthood. Social support shows negative correlation with PPD which is statistically significant Conclusion: The prevalence of depression in postpartum mothers is high, various sociodemographic and obstetric factors are significantly associated with it. social support emerged to be protective in reducing the postpartum depression.

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 &lt;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.

The effects of flavonoid supplementation on the mental health of postpartum parents.

During the postpartum period, parents face psychological challenges and consequently, changes in mood and associated mood disorders have become increasingly prevalent in the 6-months following birth. Dietary flavonoids have been found to benefit mood and are therefore an appealing non-pharmacological option for potentially treating mood disorders in the postpartum. The aim of this study was to investigate whether a two-week dietary flavonoid intervention would improve mothers' and fathers' mental health in the immediate 6-month postpartum period. The study employed a randomised, parallel groups, controlled design to explore the effects of a flavonoid intervention vs. control group on several outcomes, including mood (PANAS), postpartum depression (EPDS), postpartum anxiety (PSAS-RSF-C) and quality of life (WHOQOL). Sixty participants (mothers n = 40, fathers n = 20) in the 6-month post-partum period were randomised to either a "flavonoid" or "control" condition. The flavonoid group were asked to add two flavonoid-rich foods (approximate flavonoid intake 218 mg/day) into their daily diet whilst controls (n = 23) were asked to continue with their usual diet for two-weeks (ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04990622). Significant effects were found in the flavonoid group where mothers reported higher positive affect and lower postpartum depression after the two-week intervention relative to baseline. This finding is especially relevant as a clinical reduction in postpartum depression scores in the flavonoid group by an average 2.6 scoring points was observed, which equated to a reduction from "possible depression" at baseline to "little or no depression" at 2-weeks, which was not observed in the control group. Fathers' data was not analysed due to non-compliance with the intervention. This study provides evidence for the benefits of a dietary flavonoid intervention for mood and mental health in new mothers, supporting the utility of non-pharmacological, self-administrable changes to the diet for improving positive mood outcomes and reducing symptoms of postpartum depression in mothers during an especially challenging time. Further research for the effect of dietary interventions on paternal mental health is needed. ClinicalTrials.gov, identifier NCT04990622.

The Relationship between Spiritual Intelligence and the Risk of Depression in Postpartum Mothers

Introduction: Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that occurs after giving birth, which can be dangerous if ignored. One effort that is considered capable of preventing depression is spiritual intelligence. This study aims to determine the relationship between spiritual intelligence and the risk of depression in postpartum mothers. Method: This research is a quantitative study using a descriptive correlation design with a cross-sectional approach. The research sample was 83 postpartum mothers taken based on inclusion criteria using purposive sampling technique. The instruments in this study used the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) questionnaire and The Spiritual Intelligence Self-Report Inventory (SISRI) which had been tested for validity. The analysis used is the chi-square test analysis. Results: Of the 83 respondents, (15.7%) had low spiritual intelligence, (33.7%) had medium spiritual intelligence, and (50.6%) had high spiritual intelligence. Then (28.9%) were at risk of depression and (71.1%) were not at risk of depression. The results of the Chi-square test analysis show that there is a significant relationship between spiritual intelligence and the risk of depression in postpartum mothers with p-value = 0.000 a (0.1). Conclusion: Spiritual intelligence and the risk of depression in postpartum mothers have a significant relationship. The higher the spiritual intelligence, the lower the risk of experiencing postpartum depression. Recommendation: Postpartum mothers are expected to increase their approach to religion so that they are better able to accept the problems that occur after giving birth, both psychological and physical, so that the risk of depression can be prevented.

Associations of rumination, behavioral activation, and perceived reward with mothers' postpartum depression during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased social isolation for mothers, and rumination exacerbates postpartum depression in mothers with poor social support. Although behavioral activation can help to decrease their depressive symptoms, the mechanism by which behavioral activation reduces postpartum depression remains unclear. We examined the effects of rumination and behavioral activation on depression in postpartum women by examining a model mediated by subjective reward perception. A questionnaire was administered to 475 postpartum women (Age: Mean = 30.74 years, SD = 5.02) within 1 year of childbirth using an Internet survey. The measurements included perinatal depression, rumination, and behavioral activation, and we assessed environmental reward. To control for confounding variables, we assessed psychiatric history, social support, parenting perfectionism, and COVID-19 avoidance. Eighty-four (17.68%) mothers had possible postpartum depression. The covariance structure analysis showed that not only was there a direct positive path from rumination to postnatal depression but also a negative path via reward perception. This finding indicated that the COVID-19 pandemic could have increased depression in many of the mothers. Rumination not only directly relates to postpartum depression, but it could also indirectly relate to postpartum depression by decreasing exposure to positive reinforcers. In addition, having a history of psychiatric illness increases the effect of rumination on postpartum depression. These findings suggest that psychological interventions are needed to reduce rumination and increase contact with positive reinforcements to reduce postpartum depression, especially for high-risk groups.

Study of The Relationship between Breastfeeding and Postpartum Depression in Mothers in Beni-Suef City

Study of The Relationship between Breastfeeding and Postpartum Depression in Mothers in Beni-Suef City

Investigating Postpartum Depression in Mothers of Children With Cleft Lip and Palate

Background and Objectives: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a subtype of major depressive disorder, which is correlated with having an infant with cleft lip and palate (CL/P). Since there is a dearth of research in this regard, this study compares mothers of infants with CL/P and mothers of normal infants in terms of PPD and suicidal thoughts. Methods: This descriptive-analytical study was conducted on 50 mothers of children with CL/P and 50 mothers of normal children who had recently given birth and presented to the Research Center of Cranial Deformities, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan City, Iran, from September 2020 and 2021. The Edinburgh postnatal depression scale was used to assess PPD. Results: The mean PPD score was 15.42±4.77 (range=5-24) and 10.3±6.7 (range=0-29) in mothers of children with CLP and those with normal children, respectively. The frequency of PPD was significantly higher among the mothers of CLP children, compared to mothers of normal children (χ2=25.25, P&lt;0.005). No difference was reported between the mothers with PPD and those without it in terms of educational level (χ2=0.36, P=0.83), occupational status (χ2=0.13, P=0.71), or parity (P=0.93). Having suicidal thoughts had no significant correlation with having CL/P children (P=0.11). Conclusions: The PPD score and frequency of PPD were higher among mothers of children with CLP, compared with mothers of normal children; however, the frequency of suicidal thoughts was not significantly different between the two groups. Educational level, occupational status, and parity were not correlated with PPD or suicidal thoughts.

Perception of Paternal Postpartum Depression among Healthcare Professionals: A Qualitative Study.

The pathway to parenthood constitutes a fundamental and transformative stage in every individual's life. While postpartum depression in mothers has been increasingly studied and acknowledged, paternal postpartum depression (PPD) has garnered only moderate research attention. This study aims to delve into the comprehension and knowledge of healthcare professionals who may encounter men suffering from postpartum depression. Within the framework of this qualitative research, we conducted six semi-structured interviews with various healthcare professionals. The data were subjected to interpretative phenomenological analysis, revealing the following themes: (1) the professionals' uncertainty in the face of paternal PPD; (2) the context and timing of healthcare professionals' involvement appeared unsuited for detecting paternal PPD; (3) the experiences of fathers were found not to be shared with healthcare professionals due to their inhibitions and avoidance reactions; (4) the social representation of the role of fathers influenced professionals in their considerations of this aspect. Strengthening the training and confidence of healthcare professionals in France would lead to an enhancement in the screening and management of paternal PPD. Additionally, the healthcare system should better organize postnatal support to enable caregivers to be more available during the peak of depression occurrence.

Social Support, Parenting Self-Efficacy, and Postpartum Depression Among Chinese Parents: The Actor-Partner Interdependence Mediation Model.

Postpartum depression affects both mothers and fathers. This study aimed to examine the relationships between social support, parenting self-efficacy, and postpartum depression in Chinese mothers and fathers and assess the mediating effect of parenting self-efficacy using a dyadic perspective. A cross-sectional study was implemented from December 2020 to July 2021 in Guangzhou, China, with 309 pairs of parents. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, Social Support Rating Scale, Parenting Sense of Competence Scale-Efficacy subscale, and sociodemographic data sheet were completed by both parents. Dyadic analysis was conducted using the actor-partner interdependence mediation model. An actor effect is the relationship between variables within an individual, whereas a partner effect is the relationship between variables in the individual and the dyadic partner. In total, 20.7% of mothers and 11.7% of fathers had elevated postpartum depressive symptoms at 6 weeks postpartum. The model revealed 6 actor effects: social support was positively associated with parenting self-efficacy for mothers (β, 0.39; 95% CI, 0.28-0.49) and fathers (β, 0.39; 95% CI, 0.30-0.48) and negatively associated with postpartum depression for mothers (β, -0.22; 95% CI, -0.32 to -0.12) and fathers (β, -0.37; 95% CI, -0.48 to -0.26). Parenting self-efficacy was negatively associated with postpartum depression in mothers (β, -0.41; 95% CI, -0.53 to -0.29) and fathers (β, -0.24; 95% CI, -0.37 to -0.12). Maternal social support had a partner effect on paternal parenting self-efficacy (β, 0.14; 95% CI, 0.04-0.24). Parenting self-efficacy mediated between social support and postpartum depression for both parents (mothers: β, -0.16; 95% CI, -0.23 to -0.10; fathers: β, -0.10; 95% CI, -0.16 to -0.05). Postpartum depression was a dyadic phenomenon. Increasing mother-centered social support has the potential to improve the parenting self-efficacy of both parents and reduce the likelihood of postpartum depression.

Analysis Of Postpartum Maternal Depression Level In Makassar

ABSTRACT&#x0D; Postpartum depression can negatively impact the health of mothers, children and families. Postpartum depression affects the interaction between mother and baby. Mothers with postpartum depression are more likely to express negative attitudes towards their babies. The breakdown of the mother-infant relationship at an early age has a major impact on a child's development. Globally, the prevalence of postpartum depression in the world varies from 6.5% to 15% during 1 year after delivery. Because of this, depression really needs special attention to psychiatric disorders. The effects of postpartum depression can disrupt intimacy and attachment because depressed mothers are often disinterested in their babies and refuse to breastfeed them. The aim of this research is to determine the level of depression in postpartum mothers and to determine the relationship between respondent characteristics and the level of depression in postpartum pregnant women.&#x0D; The research method used was a quantitative method with a descriptive approach and sample determination using a cluster random sampling technique which took place from 19 May – 30 September. This research was conducted by giving questionnaires containing the EPDS and PSSQ to 200 postpartum mothers.&#x0D; The results of the study were analyzed using frequency analysis and the chi-squere test and it was found that out of 200 respondents only 73 people were not depressed while 147 people were already in the depression category. This proves that the high number of psychological problems experienced by postpartum mothers with their new role as mothers. Psychological changes in the mother can have an impact on the mother and of course on the baby, it is not uncommon for depressed mothers to leave their children alone even in more severe cases if left untreated, where the mother chooses to end her life and that of her baby.

Health Education on the Prevention of Post Partum Depression at the Bara-Baraya Health Center, Makassar City

Postnatal depression is a disorder that occurs in mothers after giving birth. This disorder occurs in her mood, this condition can cause the mother to be easily sad, tired, irritable, cry for no apparent reason, easily anxious and have difficulty concentrating. The worst condition a mother can experience is when she hurts herself or even her baby. The aim of community service is to increase public knowledge about postnatal depression and how to prevent it. The method for organizing PKM is lectures/counseling, discussions and questions and answers with activities providing material related to postnatal depression and its prevention. This activity was attended by 26 participants who were postpartum mothers. Results: mothers were very enthusiastic and active in asking questions, the level of knowledge of postpartum mothers before being given education about postpartum depression was at sufficient knowledge and after being given education increased to high to good knowledge. Health education regarding the prevention of postnatal depression in postpartum mothers needs to be carried out continuously in order to reduce the incidence of postnatal depression and requires the role and support of husbands to provide special attention to reduce the incidence. from postpartum depression.

THE EFFECT OF KANGAROO MOTHER CARE ON REDUCING POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Background: Postpartum depression is a frequent health problem for women during the postpartum period and contribute to maternal morbidity and mortality. Postpartum depression continues to rise with the estimated prevalence in Indonesia is 11.76% in 2021. Kangaroo Mother Care is care for premature babies with skin-to-skin contact between the mother and the baby. Kangaroo Mother Care has been utilized as a non-pharmacological intervention to prevent and reduce the risk of postpartum depression. The aim of the research is to assess the possibility of using Kangaroo Mother Care to reduce the risk of postpartum depression. Method: This was a systematic review study reported in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement. Literature was searched in PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Sage, and Scilit databases with criteria; article published in 2014–2023, published in English and open access, original research articles, includes postpartum mothers as subjects, includes discussion on the impact of Kangaroo Mother Care on postpartum depression. Exclusion criteria are duplicate articles and articles with titles that do not match the discussion. Result: Six articles that met the inclusion criteria were used in this study. Research and studies were conducted in Indonesia, Spain, and 2 studies in Iran and India. Five studies found that postpartum mothers who carried out Kangaroo Mother Care showed reduction in the risk of postpartum depression, while one study showed the opposite results. Conclusion: Kangaroo Mother Care is effective in reducing postpartum depression in postpartum mothers.

Faktor – Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Depresi Postpartum pada Ayah : Literatur Review

Postpartum depression in fathers is currently receiving less attention compared to postpartum depression in mothers. Many studies primarily focus on postpartum depression in mothers. The prevalence of fathers experiencing postpartum depression is approximately 15.7% in the period after 1 year of childbirth compared to 3.6% in the period after 9 months postpartum. Several factors that predict the occurrence of postpartum depression in fathers include the relationship with their partners, lack of support from both family and friends, the pregnancy period, and sociodemographic factors (age, education, income). To examine several pieces of literature related to factors influencing the occurrence of Postpartum Depression in fathers. The method used in writing this article is a literature review found in health journal databases, such as PubMed. Articles selected are based on being full text, open access, and in the English language. A total of 158 articles were obtained, and out of those, 10 articles that met the criteria for factors influencing postpartum depression in fathers were available in full text and free access. Postpartum depression in fathers is a mental health disorder that cannot be ignored. Similar to postpartum depression in mothers, postpartum depression in fathers also needs special attention from healthcare professionals, family, partners, and the surrounding environment. In this regard, we will analyze several factors related to the causes and consequences of postpartum depression in fathers, as well as interventions that can be provided by healthcare professionals.

Dyadic analyses on the prospective association between birth experience and parent-child-bonding: The role of postpartum depression, anxiety, and childbirth-related posttraumatic stress disorder

ObjectiveNegative birth experiences are associated with postpartum mental health difficulties in parents. However, research considering the long-term impact of a negative birth experience on parent-child-bonding and the interdependence between parents is rare. This study aimed to investigate actor as well as partner effects for the association between parents’ birth experience and parent-child-bonding and whether this association is mediated by postpartum psychiatric symptoms. MethodA community sample of couples (N = 743) completed questionnaires during pregnancy, 2, and 14 months after birth. ResultsApplying Actor-Partner Interdependence Mediation Models, structural equation modeling showed that parents’ own negative birth experience predicted a poorer bond to their child 14 months postpartum. Compared to mothers, this association was twice as strong for partners and was mediated by symptoms of postpartum depression (mothers and partners), anxiety (partners), and childbirth-related posttraumatic stress disorder (mothers). Negative birth experiences of one parent were not related to the other parent’s bonding with the child. ConclusionResults underline the importance of parents’ positive birth experience for their postpartum mental health and secure bond to their child. The other parent’s birth experience or postpartum mental health does not seem to affect one’s own bond to the child in the long term.

Prevalence of Postpartum Depression in Mothers Presenting to a Pediatric Otolaryngology Clinic.

To further understand specific risk factors for the development of postpartum depression (PPD) amongst mothers of infants with common otolaryngologic diagnoses. A prospective cohort study was performed to screen for PPD in mothers of infants presenting to the pediatric otolaryngology clinic. After obtaining consent for inclusion, subjects were administered the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, which was completed during the visit. The primary outcome measure was the rate of positive screening, with additional data obtained to include demographic and diagnostic information. The overall rate for positive PPD screening in included subjects was 18.8%. An increased rate of positive PPD screening was demonstrated amongst the subgroups of frequent noisy breathing (25%) and lip tie (26.7%). This study provides additional insight into risk factors for the development of PPD. This highlights the potential benefit of increased screening within the population of mothers presenting to the pediatric otolaryngologic clinic, which could improve long-term health outcomes for both mother and child. 3 Laryngoscope, 134:973-976, 2024.

Peptidomics analysis of human breast milk from women with postpartum depression reveals its potential pathogenesis.

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a prevalent psychiatric disorder during the postnatal period, and it exerts adverse impacts not only on mothers but also on infants, impairing the well-being of the whole family. However, the role of peptides in the breast milk of mothers with PPD has not been studied. The purpose of this study was to unveil the peptidomic profile of PPD from breast milk samples. We performed comparative peptidomic profiling of human breast milk from PPD and control mothers using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry technology with iTRAQ-8 labelling. GO and KEGG pathway analyses of precursor proteins were used to predict the underlying biological functions of differentially expressed peptides (DEPs). Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) was further performed to explore the interactions and involved pathways of DEPs. A total of 294 peptides from 62 precursor proteins were identified to be differentially expressed in the breast milk of PPD mothers compared with the control group. Bioinformatics analysis predicted that these DEPs were associated with ECM-receptor interaction, neuroactive ligand-receptor interaction, cell adhesion molecule binding and oxidative stress in macrophages. These results indicate that DEPs from human breast milk may play a part in PPD and become promising noninvasive biomarkers.

The effectiveness of kangaroo mother care in lowering postpartum depression in mothers of preterm and low birth weight babies: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Kangaroo mother care (KMC) intervention involves skin-to-skin contact between mother and infant. Some studies have shown a decrease in postpartum depression (PPD) in mothers of preterm and low birth weight (LBW) infants. However, the literature is scattered and of variable quality. To conduct a systematic review of available literature and provide a comprehensive picture of the effect of KMC on PPD among mothers of preterm and LBW infants. The study was reported following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) Guidelines. After PROSPERO registration, a systematic search was conducted using PubMed, Cochrane Central Library, and Google Scholar from the inception of the databases till 14 June 2021. Of the 2944 studies assessed for titles and abstracts, nine studies with 2042 participants were included in the review. Included articles targeted mothers with LBW (<2500g) or preterm infants (<37 weeks), used an authentic PPD tool, and had standard care or an incubator as the control group. Studies not published in English and in which mothers had a previous psychiatric illness were excluded. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool for randomized control trials and the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for observational studies. All the results were converted to standard mean deviation and pooled together using a random-effects model with a 95% CI. A P-value of less than 0.05 is considered significant. KMC Intervention was significantly associated with a lower depression score than control groups. The reduction in depression in the intervention (KMC) group was moderate: SMD=-0.38 (-0.68 to -0.08; 95% CI; I 2=86%; P=0.013). No significant difference was found between the PPD scores of both groups using the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale score. The authors conclude that the negative effects of LBW and preterm birth experience on maternal mental health can be avoided to a moderate degree by KMC. Due to a lack of methodological uniformity, different scales for outcome measurement, and discrepancies in intervention features, significantly high heterogeneity was detected. The authors need further larger-scale studies with a uniform study design to better predict the efficacy of KMC better.

A INFLUÊNCIA DO PRÉ-NATAL PSICOLÓGICO SOBRE A MANIFESTAÇÃO DE TRANSTORNOS NO PUERPÉRIO: uma revisão narrativa

This article aims to identify, in the scientific literature, how psychological prenatal care helps during pregnancy and postpartum, verifying the benefits it proposes, aiming at reducing postpartum depression in postpartum mothers. This is a narrative-type literature review that included articles from the PEPSIC database. From the methods, 05 (five) articles. In view of the analysis of the chosen texts, it was observed that psychological prenatal care is an important tool for the prevention of postpartum depression, and that it does not nullify the risk factors for the development of mental disorders, however, it is a great ally, together with protective factors, to reduce possible negative symptoms during pregnancy and the puerperium.