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Huizink AC, Lammassaari D, Nolvi S, Korja R, Karlsson L, Karlsson H, Kataja EL. Antecedents of maternal pregnancy-related anxiety trajectories: The FinnBrain birth cohort study. Acta Psychiatr Scand 2024. [PMID: 38369812 DOI: 10.1111/acps.13671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Little is known about the normative courses of pregnancy-related anxiety throughout pregnancy and their antecedents. We examined in a large scale pregnancy cohort which potentially distinct trajectories of pregnancy-related anxiety across pregnancy can be identified, and which factors predict these trajectories. METHODS A general sample of pregnant women (n = 2928) from the FinnBrain Birth Cohort participated in this study. Several questionnaires were filled in at 14, 24, and 34 weeks of gestation, including the pregnancy-related anxiety questionnaire-revised as main outcome. Latent Growth Mixture Modeling was applied to identify the trajectories of pregnancy-related anxiety across pregnancy, and t-tests and chi-quare tests were conducted to find antecedents of these trajectories. RESULTS Two distinct trajectories were identified: (1) a low symptoms group, N = 2594 (88.6%), with lower and slightly increasing levels of pregnancy-related anxiety (2) a moderately-high symptoms group, N = 334 (11.4%) reported higher and slightly decreasing levels of anxiety. Correlates of the moderately-high anxious group included a lower monthly income, drinking alcohol or smoking in early pregnancy, more daily hassles and less joy, more early life adversities, younger age, primiparity, single parenthood, using depression medication, and having higher scores on depression and general anxiety. CONCLUSIONS Although the majority of pregnant women fall within a low risk trajectory of pregnancy-related anxiety, another group with consistently higher levels of pregnancy anxiety throughout pregnancy may need more clinical attention, as their high pregnancy-related anxiety scores may indicate a risk profile that includes a variety of general and more pregnancy-specific risk factors, which together can negatively affect fetal and infant development and behavior.
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- Anja C Huizink
- Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology and Speech Pathology, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Psychology and Speech Pathology, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- The FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, Turku Brain and Mind Center, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Psychiatry, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Psychology and Speech Pathology, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- The FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, Turku Brain and Mind Center, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Psychiatry, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- The FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, Turku Brain and Mind Center, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Psychiatry, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- The FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, Turku Brain and Mind Center, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Psychiatry, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Centre for Population Health Research, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- The FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, Turku Brain and Mind Center, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Psychiatry, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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Berenguer-Soler M, García del Castillo-López Á, Pineda D. Breaking the cycle of emotional flooding: the protective role of women's emotional intelligence in couple's conflict. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1217513. [PMID: 37593648 PMCID: PMC10427725 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1217513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023] Open
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Introduction One of the most damaging aspects, both for people's well-being and for close relationships, is conflict. Beyond different stressors, the emotions evoked, their regulation and an appropriate conflict resolution strategy will reduce negative consequences. Emotional Intelligence facilitates social relationships, but little applied research has been done on the relationship with couple conflict and emotional flooding, particularly from the perspective of women. Therefore, the present study analyzes the role of Perceived Emotional Intelligence (PEI) and the mediating effect of Positive Conflict Resolution strategies (PCR) in couples' conflicts from women's perspective, examining its effect on Emotional Flooding (EF) and Satisfaction. Methods Through a cross-sectional design, the relationships between variables were analyzed using group comparisons and means of a structural equation model (SEM) in a sample of 692 women. Results Significant differences were found between the groups by age, length of relationship, and motherhood. The SEM revealed a good fit. PEI predicted 71.8% of the variance in EF and 35% in Satisfaction through PCR and Conflict.
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- Forensic Psychology Unit, Health Psychology Department of the Center of Applied Psychology of the Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Elche, Spain
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A Longitudinal Dyadic Study of Six Leisure Activities in Swedish Couples During the Transition to Parenthood. SEX ROLES 2023; 88:210-224. [PMID: 36855639 PMCID: PMC9951155 DOI: 10.1007/s11199-023-01351-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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Parents are not only caregivers to their children; they also have leisure routines that can impact their own well-being. However, little is known about how leisure activities change within the context of a couple during the transition to parenthood. This study uses latent growth curve models and data from the Swedish Pregnancy Panel to examine how often 918 first-time, heterosexual couples participated in six leisure activities from around pregnancy week 19 to one year postpartum. Compared to fathers, mothers less frequently exercised and listened to news, and more frequently read newspapers, spent time for themselves, and spent time with friends. Over time, mothers increased their frequency of praying to God and decreased spending time for themselves and with friends. Fathers decreased frequency of exercise. Within couples, there was a positive correlation between mothers' and fathers' frequency of engaging in leisure activities, although most changes over time were not associated. Our finding that two individuals within a couple may change their leisure activities independently of each other during the transition to parenthood can help healthcare professionals and researchers prepare expectant couples for upcoming changes (or lack thereof) and promote parent well-being. Our findings also highlight the possibility that in contexts with more state support for families, parenthood may not exacerbate gender gaps in leisure.
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Turner JJ, Crapo JS, Kopystynska O, Bradford K, Higginbotham BJ. Economic distress and perceptions of sexual intimacy in remarriage. Front Psychol 2023; 13:1056180. [PMID: 36687913 PMCID: PMC9853282 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1056180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Introduction Economic distress and the relationship stability of remarried couples has been subject to some exploration, but less emphasis has been placed on how economic distress among remarried couples impacts other relationship domains, particularly sexual intimacy. Methods Through the lens of multidimensional family development theory (MFDT), this study utilizes longitudinal data over a three-year period to examine the links between economic distress, couple engagement, relationship satisfaction, and perceptions of sexual intimacy among remarried couples (n = 1,161 couples; 97% White). Results Through a dyadic structural equation model, results showed that wives' report of economic distress was directly related to their self-rejection of a partner's sexual advances. Findings also revealed gender differences in how both relationship satisfaction and couple engagement influenced one to accept or reject their partner's sexual advances, with couple engagement acting as a significant predictor for wives. Relationship satisfaction was also found to explain (i.e., mediate) the relation between economic distress and sexual intimacy, but only for husbands. Discussion Implications for further research and interventions designed to strengthen the relationships of remarried couples dealing with economic distress and intimacy issues are offered.
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- Joshua J. Turner
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States,*Correspondence: Joshua J. Turner, ✉
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States,J. Scott Crapo, ✉
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- Department of Family Life and Human Development, Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT, United States
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States
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Vowels LM, Roos CA, Mehulić J, O'Dean SM, Sánchez-Hernández MD. What Does It Mean to Be Responsive to a Partner's Sexual Needs? Toward a Definition of Sexual Need Responsiveness. ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR 2022; 51:3735-3747. [PMID: 36224303 PMCID: PMC9663368 DOI: 10.1007/s10508-022-02432-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Being responsive to a partner's sexual needs in relationships (i.e., sexual need responsiveness) is associated with higher sexual and relationship satisfaction. Previous research has focused on researcher-led definitions of sexual need responsiveness. The purpose of the present study was to develop a participant-informed definition of sexual need responsiveness. A total of 305 individuals responded to five open-ended questions concerning the definition and behaviors pertaining to sexual need responsiveness. The content analysis results showed that the most common elements in participants' definition included listening to and accommodating each other's sexual needs and wishes whenever possible, while respecting both partners' safety and boundaries. Both verbal and non-verbal communication in various forms was used to express and share needs with partners and participants often evaluated responsiveness in terms of their sexual satisfaction. The results provide a participant-informed definition of sexual need responsiveness and can be used to inform research and clinical practice.
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- Laura M Vowels
- Family and Development Research Center, Institute of Psychology, University of Lausanne, 1015, Lausanne, Switzerland.
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- Department of Social Psychology, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
- Department of Communication and Cognition, School of Humanities and Digital Sciences, Tilburg University, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Social Psychology, Mind, Brain, and Behavior Research Center (CIMCYC), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Gamgam Leanderz Å, Hallgren J, Henricson M, Larsson M, Bäckström C. Parental-couple separation during the transition to parenthood. Nurs Open 2021; 8:2622-2636. [PMID: 33638297 PMCID: PMC8363371 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Revised: 12/23/2020] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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AIM To evaluate factors associated with parental separation during the parenthood transition. DESIGN Prospective, longitudinal and explorative. METHODS This is a quantitative longitudinal study of N784 subjects throughout the pregnancy journey with multivariate regression analysis of survey data derived from three validated measurement scales; the Sense of Coherence scale, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support and the Perceived Quality of the Dyadic Relationship scale conducted 2014-2016. RESULTS N17 participants separated at 2 years. Parental separation was significantly greater for those women and partners with low or changing sense of coherence, perceived social support and perceived quality of the parental-couple relationship indexes. Partners with a change in sense of coherence (p: .003) and perceived quality of the parental-couple relationship (p: .020) between 1 week and 2 years were at greater risk for separation. Attending professional preparatory support with a partner for women (p: .013) and attending the "Inspirational Lecture" for partners (p: .046) were, to a lesser extent, associated with a risk of parental separation.
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- Åsa Gamgam Leanderz
- School of Health SciencesUniversity of SkövdeSkövdeSweden
- School of Health and WelfareJönköping UniversityJönköpingSweden
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- School of Health SciencesUniversity of SkövdeSkövdeSweden
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- IMPROVEDepartment of NursingSchool of Health and WelfareJönköping UniversityJönköpingSweden
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Lidbeck M, Bernhardsson S. What happens to the couple relationship when sharing parental leave? A prospective, longitudinal study. Scand J Psychol 2020; 62:95-103. [PMID: 32997358 PMCID: PMC7821291 DOI: 10.1111/sjop.12682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2020] [Revised: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 08/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Monica Lidbeck
- Region Västra Götaland, Maternal & Child Health Care, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Region Västra Götaland, Research and Development Primary Health Care, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Psychology, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Region Västra Götaland, Research and Development Primary Health Care, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Unit of Physiotherapy, University of Gothenburg, The Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Thorstensson S, Ekström-Bergström A, Bäckström C. Effects of the "Inspirational Lecture" in Combination With "Ordinary Antenatal Parental Classes" as Professional Support for Expectant Parents: A Pilot Study as a Randomized Controlled Trial. Front Public Health 2020; 8:285. [PMID: 32850567 PMCID: PMC7399156 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2020.00285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2019] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background: Both expectant mothers and their partners describe weaknesses in ordinary parental preparatory professional support provided internationally and nationally within Sweden. Therefore, it is necessary to develop the parental preparatory professional support provided by midwives for expectant parents within Sweden. This study will evaluate the effects on expectant parents of receiving a combination of an “inspirational lecture” and “ordinary antenatal parental classes” compared with only “ordinary antenatal parental classes.” Methods/Design: This block randomized controlled trial included an intervention as a pilot study, in which expectant parents were randomized for (1) the inspirational lecture and ordinary antenatal parental classes (intervention group [IG]) (n = 66) or (2) ordinary antenatal parental classes (control group [CG]) (n = 60). Data collection with repeated questionnaires was conducted in the first week and 6 months after birth. Statistical analyses were conducted for participant characteristics, differences between parents within IG and CG, effects of the intervention, intention to treat, and internal consistency of the included measurements. Results: The intervention showed a tendency to be gainful for one out of four outcomes related to birth experience, and parents' perceived quality of parental couple relationship consensus and sexuality and manageability. These results were more prominent for the partners. Parents within both the intervention and control groups reported decreased social support in the first 6 months after birth. Conclusion and Clinical Implications: Overall, the concept of the inspirational lecture in combination with ordinary antenatal parental classes as parental preparatory professional support seems to be a valuable care intervention. However, this study was a pilot study and the results should therefore be interpreted with caution. More research is needed since childbirth and transition to parenthood are complex processes in need of comprehension.
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Bäckström C, Kåreholt I, Thorstensson S, Golsäter M, Mårtensson LB. Quality of couple relationship among first-time mothers and partners, during pregnancy and the first six months of parenthood. SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE 2018; 17:56-64. [PMID: 30193721 DOI: 10.1016/j.srhc.2018.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2017] [Revised: 06/26/2018] [Accepted: 07/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Caroline Bäckström
- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28 Skövde, Sweden; Skaraborg Hospital Skövde, 'Woman, Child' (K3), SE-541 85 Skövde, Sweden; Jönköping University, School of Health and Welfare, CHILD-research Group, Box 1026, SE-551 11 Jönköping, Sweden.
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- Jönköping University, School of Health and Welfare, Aging Research Network - Jönköping (ARN-J), Box 1026, SE-551 11 Jönköping, Sweden; Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University, Aging Research Center, Gävlegatan 16, SE-113 30 Stockholm, Sweden
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28 Skövde, Sweden
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- Jönköping University, School of Health and Welfare, CHILD-research Group, Box 1026, SE-551 11 Jönköping, Sweden
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28 Skövde, Sweden
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Pålsson P, Kvist LJ, Ekelin M, Hallström IK, Persson EK. "I Didn't Know What to Ask About": First-Time Mothers' Conceptions of Prenatal Preparation for the Early Parenthood Period. J Perinat Educ 2018; 27:163-174. [PMID: 30364409 DOI: 10.1891/1058-1243.27.3.163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The aim of this phenomenographic study was to describe first-time mothers' conceptions of prenatal preparation for the early parenthood period in relation to their experiences of early parenthood. Eighteen first-time mothers were interviewed approximately 1 month after giving birth. The categories identified in the analysis were: accessing appropriate sources of support, gaining knowledge to form realistic expectations, and mobilizing and strengthening personal resources. First-time mothers want health professionals to actively address postnatal issues as they have difficulties in knowing prenatally what knowledge will prepare them for early parenthood. Both professional and peer support during pregnancy were conceived as important for gaining knowledge. Professionals can support by guidance to reliable sources of information and encouraging personal reflections and partner communication.
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Margareta W, Eva N, John Ö, Birgitta K. Parental stress and depressive symptoms increase the risk of separation among parents with children less than 11 years of age in Sweden. Scand J Public Health 2017; 47:207-214. [PMID: 28803506 DOI: 10.1177/1403494817724312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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AIMS Parental separations have become more frequent in recent decades. In Western countries, about 25% of children experience parental separation. There is a need to explore the risk factors for separation to give children an optimal childhood. The objective of the present study was to examine parental stress and depressive symptoms during early parenthood and their association with parental separation. METHODS Four hundred and seven couples completed questionnaires on depressive symptoms for 3 months and parental stress for 18 months after childbirth. Total parental stress and five sub-areas were investigated. To study the separation rate, parents' addresses were recorded 9 to 11 years after childbirth. RESULTS Twenty-nine percent of the parents were separated 9 to 11 years after childbirth. Separation was associated with depressive symptoms at 3 months (mothers p = .002, fathers p = .025) and total parental stress at 18 months after childbirth (mothers p = .010, fathers p = .005). The sub-areas of parental stress, Spouse relationship problems (mothers p = <.001, fathers p = .001) and fathers' Social isolation ( p = .005), were associated with separation. In multivariable regression analyses of the parents' separation rate 9 to 11 years after childbirth, the only significant predictor was mothers' Spouse relationship problems ( p < .001). CONCLUSIONS The knowledge that parental stress and depressive symptoms are risk factors for separation may simplify professional support for parents in early parenting. Courses for new and expectant parents can use this knowledge to increase parents' awareness.
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- 2 Centre for Clinical Research, Uppsala University Västmanland County Hospital, Sweden
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- 2 Centre for Clinical Research, Uppsala University Västmanland County Hospital, Sweden.,3 Department of Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
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- 1 School of Health, Care and Social Welfare, Mälardalen University, Sweden
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Bäckström C, Thorstensson S, Mårtensson LB, Grimming R, Nyblin Y, Golsäter M. 'To be able to support her, I must feel calm and safe': pregnant women's partners perceptions of professional support during pregnancy. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2017; 17:234. [PMID: 28716133 PMCID: PMC5513399 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-017-1411-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 07/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Professional support does not always meet the needs of expectant fathers or co-mothers. The way in which professional support is offered during pregnancy varies internationally, depending on the country. In order to attain a greater understanding of partners’ experiences of professional support, it is necessary to further illuminate their perceptions of it. The aim of this study was therefore to explore pregnant women’s partners’ perceptions of professional support during pregnancy. Methods Qualitative research design. Partners of pregnant women were interviewed during gestational week 36–38. Individual semi-structured interviews were used to explore the partners’ perceptions. The data was analysed using a phenomenographic approach. The study was performed in a county in south-western Sweden; the data collection was conducted from November 2014 to February 2015. Fourteen partners (expectant fathers and co-mothers) of women who were expectant first-time mothers with singleton pregnancies, were interviewed. Results The findings of the study are presented through four descriptive categories: Ability to absorb adequate information; Possibility to meet and share with other expectant parents; Confirmation of the partner’s importance; and Influence on the couple relationship. Using a theoretical assumption of the relationship between the categories showed that the fourth category was influenced by the other three categories. Conclusions The partners perceived that professional support during pregnancy could influence the couple relationship. The partners’ ability to communicate and to experience togetherness with the women increased when the expectant couple received professional support together. The support created also possibilities to meet and share experiences with other expectant parents. In contrast, a lack of support was found to contribute to partners’ feelings of unimportance. It was essential that the midwives included the partners by confirming that they were individuals who had different needs for various types of professional support. The partners perceived it easier to absorb information when it was adequate and given with a pedagogic that made the partners become interested and emotionally engaged.
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- Caroline Bäckström
- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28, Skövde, Sweden. .,Skaraborg Hospital Skövde, Woman, Child (K3), SE-541 85, Skövde, Sweden. .,Jönköping University, School of Health and Welfare, CHILD-research group, Box 1026, SE-551 11, Jönköping, Sweden.
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28, Skövde, Sweden
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28, Skövde, Sweden
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28, Skövde, Sweden.,Närhälsan Skaraborg, Young Persons Clinic, SE-541 85, Skövde, Sweden
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- University of Skövde, School of Health and Education, P.O. Box 408, SE-541 28, Skövde, Sweden.,Danderyd Hospital AB, Women's care, Gynecology ward, SE-18288, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Jönköping University, School of Health and Welfare, CHILD-research group, Box 1026, SE-551 11, Jönköping, Sweden
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First-time fathers experiences of their prenatal preparation in relation to challenges met in the early parenthood period: Implications for early parenthood preparation. Midwifery 2017; 50:86-92. [DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2017.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2016] [Revised: 03/24/2017] [Accepted: 03/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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