5: Maternal outcomes by race during postpartum readmissions

Postpartum anxiety and maternal-infant health outcomes.

OBJECTIVE Postpartum anxiety screening does not typically occur, despite changes in life roles and responsibility after childbirth. We sought to determine the prevalence of postpartum anxiety during the maternity hospitalization and its associations with maternal and child outcomes. We further aimed to compare correlates of anxiety with correlates of depression. METHODS For a randomized contr...

Predictors of maternal functional status during postpartum period

Background & Aim: The important aspects of maternal postpartum adjustment are readiness in caring for the family, newly-added member and self as well as return to pre-pregnancy functional status. The aim of the study was to determine the predictors of postpartum maternal functioning. Methods & Materials: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 422 newly delivered mothers attended the healt...

The Relationship between Pregnancy Intention, Pregnancy Outcomes, Postpartum Depression, and Maternal Role Adaptation

Abstract Introduction: Unplanned pregnancy and its complications are a global problem that affects women, families, and the community. Objective: This study aimed to assess the relationship between pregnancy intention, pregnancy outcomes, postpartum depression, and maternal role adaptation in pregnant women referred to healthcare centers of Robat Karim City, Iran.  Materials and Methods: Thi...

Postpartum Hemorrhage Causes Maternal Mortality

Paternal Postpartum Depression and Its Relationship With Maternal Postpartum Depression

Introduction: Evidence shows that some men suffer from Postpartum Depression (PPD), and that the adverse effects of this unknown phenomenon affect them and their family. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine paternal PPD and its relationship with some factors, especially maternal PPD. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 205 couples who were selec...