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Lee Y, Bang KS. South Korean first-time mothers' knowledge of digestive health problems in infancy and their utilization of health care facilities for digestive health concerns: a descriptive study. CHILD HEALTH NURSING RESEARCH 2024; 30:199-209. [PMID: 39081185 PMCID: PMC11294897 DOI: 10.4094/chnr.2024.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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PURPOSE This study aimed to assess the knowledge level of first-time mothers regarding digestive health issues in infancy and to examine the utilization of healthcare facilities for such problems. METHODS Data from 119 first-time mothers of infants under 6 months of age were analyzed. Descriptive statistics, t-test, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) were conducted using the SPSS software. RESULTS The average correct response rate for first-time mothers' knowledge of digestive health problems in infancy was 61.9%. The highest correct response rate was observed for infantile colic, while diarrhea had the lowest. Less than 50% of mothers received education on infant digestive health problems across all categories. Among digestive health problems in infancy, diarrhea exhibited the highest rate of healthcare utilization, whereas infantile colic had the lowest. First-time mothers' knowledge of digestive health problems in infancy varied based on maternal age (t=-3.66, p<.001), education level (t=-2.26, p=.026), and planned pregnancy (t=3.24, p=.002). Moreover, mothers who received education on infant digestive health problems demonstrated better overall knowledge of digestive health problems. CONCLUSION The rate of education regarding digestive health problems during infancy among first-time mothers was < 50%. Furthermore, mothers educated on infant digestive health issues exhibited improved knowledge. Therefore, it is necessary to provide appropriate pre-education to primiparous common gastrointestinal health issues in infants.
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- Yijin Lee
- Registered Nurse, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
- Graduate Student, College of Nursing, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Professor, College of Nursing · Center for World-leading Human-care Nurse Leader for the Future by BK21 Project · The Research Institute of Nursing Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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Ong QEO, Ong JW, Ang MQ, Vehviläinen-Julkunen K, He HG. Systematic review and meta-analysis of psychoeducation on the psychological and social impact among first-time mothers. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2023; 111:107678. [PMID: 36871401 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2023.107678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to synthesise evidence of the effectiveness of psychoeducation in improving self-efficacy and social support and reducing depression and anxiety in first-time mothers. METHODS A comprehensive search was conducted on nine databases, grey literature, and trial registries for randomised controlled trials published from the databases' inception to 27 December 2021. Two independent reviewers screened studies, extracted data, and appraised the risk of bias. RevMan 5.4 was used for the meta-analyses of all outcomes. Sensitivity and subgroup analyses were conducted. Overall evidence quality was appraised using GRADE approach. RESULTS Twelve studies involving 2083 first-time mothers were included. The meta-analyses favoured psychoeducation as compared to control groups. At immediate post-intervention, statistically significant increments were seen in self-efficacy and social support, while a significant reduction in depression was observed but not in anxiety. At three months postpartum, a statistically significant decrease in depression was observed, but the effects on self-efficacy and social support were insignificant. CONCLUSION Psychoeducation improved first-time mothers' self-efficacy, social support, and depression. However, the evidence was very uncertain. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Psychoeducation might be incorporated into patient education of first-time mothers. More studies with familial and digital-based psychoeducation interventions, especially in non-Asian countries, are needed.
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- Qian-Er Oriana Ong
- National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Alice Lee Center for Nursing Studies, Singapore, Singapore; KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Division of Nursing, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Alice Lee Center for Nursing Studies, Singapore, Singapore; KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Division of Nursing, Singapore, Singapore
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- KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Division of Nursing, Singapore, Singapore
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- University of Eastern Finland, Department of Nursing Science, Kuopio, Finland; Kuopio University Hospital, Department of Nursing, Kuopio, Finland
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- National University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Alice Lee Center for Nursing Studies, Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore.
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Abbaspoor Z, Sharifipour F, Javadnoori M, Moghadam ZB, Cheraghian B, Najafian M. Evaluation of the effectiveness of a postnatal support education program for husbands in promotion of their primiparous wives' perceived social support: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Womens Health 2023; 23:139. [PMID: 36978090 PMCID: PMC10045875 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-023-02270-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Primiparous women experience various challenges if not provided with social support in the early postpartum period. Support in form of postpartum education programs is needed to improve mental well-being in primiparous women. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of a postnatal supportive education program for husbands on the perceived social support (primary outcome), and stress and maternal self-efficacy (secondary outcome) of their primiparous wives. METHODS This randomized clinical trial was performed on pregnant women referring to healthcare centers for routine care from September to November 2021 in Kermanshah, Iran. One hundred pregnant women were randomly divided in to intervention and control groups. Four 45-90 min online training sessions were held weekly for the husbands of the intervention group. The primiparous women completed the Postpartum Partner Support Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, and Postpartum Parental Expectations Survey before (third day after delivery, immediately and one month after completing the intervention. Data were analyzed using Fisher's exact test, Chi-square test, independent t-test, and repeated measures analysis of variance in SPSS version 24, and p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS In the control and intervention groups before the intervention, socio-demographic characteristics (P > 0.05), the mean scores of perceived social support (P = 0.11), maternal self-efficacy (p = 0.37) and perceived stress (p = 0.19) were not statistically significant. However, in the intervention group compared to the control group the mean scores of perceived social support (79.42 ± 7.17 vs. 37.26 ± 7.99, P < 0.001), maternal self-efficacy (186.22 ± 39.53 vs. 106.3 ± 32.88, P < 0.001) and perceived stress (16.36 ± 6.65 vs. 43.3 ± 7.39, P < 0.001) immediately after the intervention and the mean scores of perceived social support (84.4 ± 5.91 vs. 37.14 ± 6.63, P < 0.001), maternal self-efficacy (191.24 ± 38.92 vs. 112.34 ± 37.12, P < 0.001) and perceived stress (13.98 ± 4.84 vs. 39.06 ± 7.25, P < 0.001) one month after the intervention changed significantly. CONCLUSION The postpartum supportive education program for husbands was effective in promoting social support for primiparous women. Thus it can be introduced as routine care in the postpartum period. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinical trial registration Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials; https://en.irct.ir/user/trial/56451/view (IRCT20160427027633N8), registered (15/06/2021).
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- Zahra Abbaspoor
- Department of Midwifery, Reproductive Health Promotion Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Department of Midwifery, Reproductive Health Promotion Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Alimentary Tract Research Center, Clinical Sciences Research Institute, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Fertility Infertility and Perinatology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Shorey S, Tan TC, Thilagamangai, Mathews J, Lim SH, Shi L, Chua JS, Chan YH, Law E, Chee C, Chong YS. Perinatal support for couples during COVID-19: A descriptive qualitative study. J Clin Nurs 2022. [PMID: 35773956 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2022] [Revised: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To explore the perspectives of parents during the perinatal period amid the COVID-19 pandemic and explore the experiences of Singaporean parents receiving perinatal support via the Supportive Parenting App (SPA). BACKGROUND The stressors accompanying parenting responsibilities often affect the overall well-being of the family unit. With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, Singaporean parents are forced to shoulder childcare responsibilities with minimal support due to safety restrictions. The Supportive Parenting Application (SPA) was introduced to parents during the start of the pandemic to offer timely additional support. It is a mobile health application-based educational support for parents across the perinatal period, consisting of features such as peer support, expert advice and discussion forums. DESIGN Descriptive qualitative study. METHODS Semi-structured one-to-one interviews were conducted with 33 parents (16 from the control group, 17 from the intervention group) in an ongoing randomised controlled trial between June 2021 and February 2022. The COREQ checklist was used to guide the reporting of the data. RESULTS Four themes with 10 subthemes describing the perinatal experiences of parents were identified. The themes include 'Ups and downs' of parenting experiences; Perinatal care from 'best care' to 'flying blind'; What kept couples going and Use of technology-a way forward. CONCLUSION Although COVID-19 negatively affected parents' availability of care and support, most could still access other support sources to help them. Additionally, the SPA was found to be a dependable information source for the intervention group parents. Future research could work on improving technology-based support based on the feedback given to offer better quality perinatal care for parents. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Technology-based support provided by healthcare professionals helps provide reliable perinatal information and support for parents. More efforts should be directed towards developing quality informational resources and support to improve perinatal care. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION Patients/members of the public contributed to the data collected and were involved in member checking to ensure the rigour of the study. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NHG DSRB: 2019/00875.
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- Shefaly Shorey
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Clinical Research Centre, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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- Division of Nursing, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University Polyclinics, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Clinical Research Institute, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Vargas-Porras C, Roa-Díaz ZM, Hernández-Hincapié HG, Ferré-Grau C, de Molina-Fernández MI. Efficacy of a multimodal nursing intervention strategy in the process of becoming a mother: A randomized controlled trial. Res Nurs Health 2021; 44:424-437. [PMID: 33682146 DOI: 10.1002/nur.22123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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The lack of knowledge and skills for transitioning to motherhood places first-time mothers at greater risk of depression and stress, may lower their perceived self-efficacy and satisfaction with the maternal role, and potentially affects the mother-infant bond. The purpose of this study was to test the efficacy of a multimodal nursing intervention (AMACOMPRI), based on Mercer's Becoming a Mother Theory, in supporting the process of becoming a mother in first-time mothers of term infants. This study was a parallel-group, double-blind, randomized, controlled trial with a 4-month postpartum follow-up. The outcome measures were the process of becoming a mother, functional social support, mother-infant bond, and perceived maternal self-efficacy. Sixty-six first-time mothers completed the study: 33 in the intervention group and 33 in the control group. The intervention was effective in supporting the process of becoming a mother, with a large effect size (Cohen's d = 1.50) and higher scores on the Becoming-a-Mother Scale in the intervention group compared with the control group (intergroup difference 13.04 points; 95% confidence interval: 8.72-17.34). Participants in the intervention group demonstrated higher scores in functional social support, perceived maternal self-efficacy, and mother-infant bond. This study provides evidence for the efficacy of an innovative nursing intervention that supports the process of becoming a mother. Further testing of the intervention is required in different settings and first-time mothers of low and high risk newborns.
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- Carolina Vargas-Porras
- Department of Nursing, Advanced Nursing Research Group, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain.,Faculty of Health, School of Nursing, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia
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- Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Nursing, Advanced Nursing Research Group, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain
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- Department of Nursing, Advanced Nursing Research Group, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain
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Almasidou ME. Postpartum depression during COVID-19. Eur J Midwifery 2021; 4:19. [PMID: 33537621 PMCID: PMC7839078 DOI: 10.18332/ejm/122386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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- Maria E Almasidou
- Midwifery Department, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece.,Hippokration General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Exploring the experiences related to postpartum changes: perspectives of mothers and healthcare providers in Iran. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2021; 21:7. [PMID: 33402108 PMCID: PMC7783980 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-020-03504-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2020] [Accepted: 12/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background Numerous changes occur in different aspects of women’s lives in the postpartum period. Women’s adjusting with problems and taking advantage of this opportunity can develop their personality. In this regard, accurate knowledge of their experiences and feelings is necessary to help them to benefit from this period. Therefore, the present study aimed to explore the experiences related to postpartum changes in women. Methods In the present qualitative study, 23 participants, including women of childbearing age who gave birth and healthcare providers (midwives and obstetricians) in Isfahan, Iran were selected using purposive sampling with a maximum variation strategy. Data were collected through in-depth semi structured interviews, field notes, and daily notes, and simultaneously analyzed using the conventional qualitative content analysis. Results The data analysis results led to the extraction of three main categories including “feeling of decreased female attractiveness” (with two sub-categories of “ feeling of decreased beauty” and “feeling of decreased sexual function”), “feeling of insolvency and helplessness” (with two sub-categories of “physical burnout”, and “mental preoccupations”) and “beginning a new period in life” (with three sub-categories of “changing the meaning of life”, “feeling of maturity” and “deepening the communication”). Conclusions Findings of this study can provide a good context for designing interventions to improve the women’s quality of life by explaining and highlighting their experiences in the postpartum period. In this regard, providing sufficient empathy, social and psychological support from family members (especially husband), performing appropriate educational interventions and also regular assessment of women’s psychological state by healthcare providers in postpartum period can reduce their concerns and help to improve their health. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12884-020-03504-8.
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Ozcan S, Eryilmaz G. Using Levine's conservation model in postpartum care: a randomized controlled trial. Health Care Women Int 2020; 42:794-814. [PMID: 32744924 DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2020.1797038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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This randomized controlled trial was conducted with 117 puerperae who were assigned into 2 groups: the intervention group and the control group. While the participants in the intervention group participated in a full program based on the module trainings, the participants in the control group received routine care. There was a significant difference between the women in the intervention and control groups in terms of the variables such as fatigue, sleep, and quality of life. The women in the intervention group experienced less fatigue, and their quality of sleep and quality of life improved considerably. Levine's conservation model enables the provision of the integrative care to women in their postpartum period.
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- Sadiye Ozcan
- Faculty of Health Science, Yalova University, Yalova, Turkey
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Sari C, Altay N. Effects of providing nursing care with web-based program on maternal self-efficacy and infant health. Public Health Nurs 2020; 37:380-392. [PMID: 32017251 DOI: 10.1111/phn.12712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2019] [Revised: 01/17/2020] [Accepted: 01/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The study was conducted to examine the efficacy of a web-based program, informed by Pender's Health Promotion Model, given to primiparous women on the growth and development of infant, infants' health, and women's self-efficacy level. METHODS This randomized controlled study with a posttest design was conducted in three primary care clinics. The study group comprised 71 primiparous women and their infants (intervention group: N = 35; control group: N = 36). The women who are at the 33-37th gestational week in the intervention group participated in the web-based program. They completed four education modules. Women in the control group received routine care in clinics. Data forms were completed in the first week and first, second, and third months postpartum. Breastfeeding status, weight, head circumference, development of infants and women's self-efficacy were evaluated in the postnatal period up to 3 months. RESULTS In the intervention group, the ratio of infants who were exclusively breastfed was higher compared to the control group. The mean scores for the LATCH instrument which measures breastfeeding status and Parental Self-Efficacy Scale, were significantly higher in the intervention compared to the control group (p < .05). CONCLUSION The women who participated in the web-based program demonstrated better self-efficacy and their infants demonstrated better scores on measures of growth, development, and health than those in the control group.
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- Cigdem Sari
- Gazi University, Health Sciences Faculty, Nursing Department, Ankara, Turkey
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- Gazi University, Health Sciences Faculty, Nursing Department, Ankara, Turkey
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Leahy-Warren P, Mulcahy H, Lehane E. The development and psychometric testing of the Perinatal Infant Care Social Support (PICSS) instrument. J Psychosom Res 2019; 126:109813. [PMID: 31499230 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2019.109813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2019] [Revised: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Social support facilitates a woman's transition to motherhood. This major developmental transition can be stressful as it includes adaptation of self as well as learning new infant care practice skills. Although a number of instruments have been developed to measure social support, none have been developed or underpinned by theory in the context of perinatal infant care practices. AIM To develop a reliable and valid instrument to measure social support for new mothers in the perinatal period. METHODS Phase 1 involved the development of instrument structure and content. Constructs to be measured were defined through an analysis of relevant theoretical and empirical literature. Phase 2 established the psychometric properties of the functional domain of the PICSS. Exploratory factor analyses and principal Component Analyses were undertaken with a sample of first-time mothers (n = 371) from postnatal wards of a large maternity hospital. Item reduction and Cronbach's alpha reliability tests were performed. The structural social support domain was not amenable to psychometric testing. RESULTS Exploratory Factor Analyses and Principal Component Analyses of the functional domain resulted in a logically coherent 19-item, two-factor solution. The first factor 'Supporting Presence' has nine items (Cronbach's alpha = 0.90) and the second factor 'Practical Support' has ten items (Cronbach's alpha = 0.86). CONCLUSIONS The PICSS is a coherent and valid measure of social support for new mothers in the postnatal period in the context of infant care practices.
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork, Ireland.
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork, Ireland.
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Walker SB, Rossi DM, Sander TM. Women's successful transition to motherhood during the early postnatal period: A qualitative systematic review of postnatal and midwifery home care literature. Midwifery 2019; 79:102552. [PMID: 31605940 DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2019.102552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2019] [Revised: 09/24/2019] [Accepted: 09/30/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To undertake a systematic review of available qualitative research literature to determine what women need to successfully transition to motherhood during the early postnatal period and whether postnatal home care delivered by midwives supports this process. DESIGN The transition from woman to mother is a significant occurrence, one that requires adjustments on physical, psychological and social levels. A qualitative systematic review design was chosen to ensure both humanistic and interactive concepts related to what women need to successfully transition to motherhood during the early postnatal period were identified. The systematic and structured search uncovered 33 research articles for detailed review. Two team members, using the qualitative research checklist from the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme, appraised the quality of the research articles. A total of 19 articles met the quality criteria and were included in the data evaluation process. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS Research teams from Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and North America generated the 19 qualitative journal articles. MEASUREMENTS AND FINDINGS Data evaluation included identification of research aim, presence of a research question, type of methodology, data collection processes, sample information, data analysis techniques and study outcomes. Data was analysed using an inductive content analysis approach. Four themes were identified from the qualitative systematic review process including: women and midwives connecting, identification and meeting of women's individual needs, family and cultural influences and, education and support. KEY CONCLUSIONS The ability of women to connect with midwives during the early postnatal period assisted them overcome barriers and to successfully transitioning to motherhood. Although all four themes were determined to be key to effective postnatal transition, overwhelmingly the findings showed postnatal midwifery home care to be important in women's successful transition to motherhood in the early postnatal period. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Strategies are needed ensure women have access to midwives in the early postnatal period.
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- Sandra B Walker
- School of Nursing Midwifery and Social Sciences, Central Queensland University, Bruce Highway, Rockhampton, Queensland 4702, Australia.
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- School of Nursing Midwifery and Social Sciences, Central Queensland University, Bruce Highway, Rockhampton, Queensland 4702, Australia.
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- Maternity Unit Rockhampton Hospital, Canning Street, Rockhampton, Queensland 4700, Australia
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Jiao N, Zhu L, Chong YS, Chan WCS, Luo N, Wang W, Hu R, Chan YH, He HG. Web-based versus home-based postnatal psychoeducational interventions for first-time mothers: A randomised controlled trial. Int J Nurs Stud 2019; 99:103385. [PMID: 31442783 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2019.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Revised: 07/02/2019] [Accepted: 07/15/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Besides physical and mental changes from childbirth, first-time mothers are also confronted with challenges associated with the demands of adapting to their roles as new parents. While positive effects of home-based psychoeducation intervention for mothers have been demonstrated, limited studies have developed and examined more accessible and cost-effective web-based psychoeducational interventions for mothers. OBJECTIVE To examine the effectiveness of web-based and home-based postnatal psychoeducational interventions for first-time mothers during the early postpartum period. METHODS A randomized controlled three-group pre-test and post-tests experimental design was adopted. Data were collected over five months, from October 2016 to August 2017, in a public tertiary hospital in Singapore from 204 primiparas who were randomly allocated to the web-based psychoeducation group, the home-based psychoeducation group, or the control group. The measured outcomes included maternal parental self-efficacy, social support, psychological well-being, satisfaction with postnatal care, and cost-effectiveness evaluation. Data were collected at four time points: the baseline, and three post-tests at one month, three and six months post-delivery. RESULTS When compared to the control group, the web-based intervention improved self-efficacy at post-test 1 (mean difference = 2.68, p = 0.028) and reduced postnatal depression at post-test 3 (mean difference = -1.82, p = 0.044), while the home-based intervention did not show significant effect on these two outcomes at all post-tests. Both web-based and home-based interventions helped mothers to get better social support at all post-tests than those in the control group. Mothers in both web-based and home-based intervention groups were more satisfied with the postnatal care than those in the control group at all post-test time points (except for web-based group at post-test 1). There were no differences in anxiety scores among the three groups. When compared to the home-based intervention, the web-based intervention showed noninferior effect on all outcomes at all post-tests. CONCLUSION The web-based intervention had better effects on improving self-efficacy, social support, and postnatal depression, which should be introduced to first-time mothers for better postnatal care.
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- Nana Jiao
- Research Assistant, Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- Research Fellow, Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- Senior Consultant, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National University Hospital; Professor, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- Professor, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Australia.
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- Associate Professor, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- Associate Professor, Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- Professor, School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
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- Senior Biostatistician, Biostatistics Unit, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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- Associate Professor, Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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Shorey S, Ng ED. Evaluation of Mothers' Perceptions of a Technology-Based Supportive Educational Parenting Program (Part 2): Qualitative Study. J Med Internet Res 2019; 21:e11065. [PMID: 30758295 PMCID: PMC6391649 DOI: 10.2196/11065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Revised: 10/26/2018] [Accepted: 11/12/2018] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Background Transitioning into parenthood can be stressful as parents struggle to cope with new parenting responsibilities. Although perinatal care in hospitals aims to improve parental outcomes, there is a general consensus that it is suboptimal and insufficient. Therefore, many studies have designed intervention methods to supplement support for parents during this stressful period. However, studies often focus on parental outcomes as indicators of their interventions’ success and effectiveness. Studies evaluating participants’ experiences and feedback are limited. Objective This study aimed to examine the experiences and perceptions of participants who participated in a supportive education parenting program intervention study. Methods A qualitative semistructured interview was conducted with 16 mothers (6 control and 10 intervention) from a randomized controlled trial. The supportive education parenting program received by the intervention group included 2 phone-based perinatal educational sessions, a phone-based educational session after childbirth, and a 1-month postpartum access to a mobile health app. The interviews were approximately 30- to 60-min long, audiotaped and transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using thematic analysis. Study findings were reported according to the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research checklist. Results The 3 main themes evaluating mothers’ experiences and perceptions were generated: (1) changed perspective toward parenthood, (2) journey from pregnancy to after birth, and (3) a way forward. Mothers from the intervention group mostly had good perinatal experiences with sufficient support received, which elevated their emotional well-being and increased parenting involvement. Mothers in the control group, although satisfied with the hospital care received, were more stressed and shared a need for professional advice and extra support. Apart from technical enhancements, mothers also requested extended social support during early pregnancy up to 1 year postpartum, taking into consideration Asian cultural practices. Conclusions Mothers who received the intervention were overall satisfied with the support provided by the technology-based supportive educational parenting program. The success of the educational program in this study highlights the need to supplement standard care in hospitals with technology-based educational programs. Future research should include fathers’ perceptions to attain an in-depth understanding of overall participants’ experiences and needs in the future development of supportive and educational programs.
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He H, Zhu L, Chan SWC, Chong YS, Jiao N, Chan YH, Luo N, Shorey S. The Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Web-Based and Home-Based Postnatal Psychoeducational Interventions for First-Time Mothers: Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. JMIR Res Protoc 2018; 7:e35. [PMID: 29386175 PMCID: PMC5812979 DOI: 10.2196/resprot.9042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2017] [Revised: 11/06/2017] [Accepted: 11/12/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In addition to recuperating from the physical and emotional demands of childbirth, first-time mothers are met with demands of adapting to their social roles while picking up new skills to take care of their newborn. Mothers may not feel adequately prepared for parenthood if they are situated in an unsupported environment. Postnatal psychoeducational interventions have been shown to be useful and can offer a cost-effective solution for improving maternal outcomes. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to examine the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Web-based and home-based postnatal psychoeducational programs for first-time mothers on maternal outcomes. METHODS A randomized controlled three-group pre- and posttests experimental design is proposed. This study plans to recruit 204 first-time mothers on their day of discharge from a public tertiary hospital in Singapore. Eligible first-time mothers will be randomly allocated to either a Web-based psychoeducation group, a home-based psychoeducation group, or a control group receiving standard care. The outcomes include maternal parental self-efficacy, social support, psychological well-being (anxiety and postnatal depression), and cost evaluation. Data will be collected at baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months post-delivery. RESULTS The recruitment (n=204) commenced in October 2016 and was completed in February 2017, with 68 mothers in each group. The 6-month follow-up data collection was completed in August 2017. CONCLUSIONS This study may identify an effective and cost-effective Web-based postnatal psychoeducational program to improve first-time mothers' health outcomes. The provision of a widely-accessed Web-based postnatal psychoeducational program will eventually lead to more positive postnatal experiences for first-time mothers and positively influence their future birth plans. TRIAL REGISTRATION International Standard Randomized Controlled Trial Number (ISRCTN): 45202278; http://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN45202278 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6whx0pQ2F).
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- Honggu He
- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Chen R, Xi Y, Wang X, Li Y, He Y, Luo J. Perception of inpatients following remission of a manic episode in bipolar I disorder on a group-based Psychoeducation program: a qualitative study. BMC Psychiatry 2018; 18:26. [PMID: 29378562 PMCID: PMC5789540 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-018-1614-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2017] [Accepted: 01/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This forms the first study of a group-based psychoeducation program for inpatients following remission of a manic episode in patients suffering from bipolar I disorder in a Chinese population. The aim was to explore the patient's perspectives of the program and their suggestions regarding ways to improve the intervention in the future. METHODS Semi-structured and in-depth interviews were conducted with 15 participants who had participated in 8 sessions of a group psychoeducation program over 2 weeks. The verbatim transcripts of those interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Five themes emerged from the data, including the patients' perception of participating in the program, their perception of the setting, perception of participating in a group program, perception of the learning content and of the outcome of participating in the program. CONCLUSIONS The results presented here describe how the short-term group psychoeducation program was experienced by the patients. Recommendations are also offered to improve the setting, content, and delivery. Our findings provide evidence that the program is beneficial for manic patients with bipolar I disorder, and this intervention warrants further research especially in a Chinese population. If these benefits are confirmed in future studies, this program could be incorporated into routine psychiatric inpatient care in China.
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- Runsen Chen
- 0000 0004 0369 153Xgrid.24696.3fThe National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088 China ,0000 0004 1936 8948grid.4991.5Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- 0000 0004 0369 153Xgrid.24696.3fThe National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088 China
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- 0000 0004 0369 153Xgrid.24696.3fThe National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088 China
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- 0000 0004 0369 153Xgrid.24696.3fThe National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088 China
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- 0000 0004 0369 153Xgrid.24696.3fThe National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088 China
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 5 Ankang Lane, Dewai Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100088, China.
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Shorey S, Ng YPM, Siew AL, Yoong J, Mörelius E. Effectiveness of a Technology-Based Supportive Educational Parenting Program on Parental Outcomes in Singapore: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Res Protoc 2018; 7:e4. [PMID: 29321127 PMCID: PMC6283236 DOI: 10.2196/resprot.8062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2017] [Revised: 08/01/2017] [Accepted: 08/19/2017] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Supportive educational programs during the perinatal period are scarce in Singapore. There is no continuity of care available in terms of support from community care nurses in Singapore. Parents are left on their own most of the time, which results in a stressful transition to parenthood. There is a need for easily accessible technology-based educational programs that can support parents during this crucial perinatal period. Objective The aim of this study was to describe the study protocol of a randomized controlled trial on a technology-based supportive educational parenting program. Methods A randomized controlled two-group pretest and repeated posttest experimental design will be used. The study will recruit 118 parents (59 couples) from the antenatal clinics of a tertiary public hospital in Singapore. Eligible parents will be randomly allocated to receive either the supportive educational parenting program or routine perinatal care from the hospital. Outcome measures include parenting self-efficacy, parental bonding, postnatal depression, social support, parenting satisfaction, and cost evaluation. Data will be collected at the antenatal period, immediate postnatal period, and at 1 month and 3 months post childbirth. Results Recruitment of the study participants commenced in December 2016 and is still ongoing. Data collection is projected to finish within 12 months, by December 2017. Conclusions This study will identify a potentially clinically useful, effective, and cost-effective supportive educational parenting program to improve parental self-efficacy and bonding in newborn care, which will then improve parents’ social support–seeking behaviors, emotional well-being, and satisfaction with parenting. It is hoped that better supported and satisfied parents will consider having more children, which may in turn influence Singapore’s ailing birth rate. Trial Registration International Standard Randomized Controlled Trial Number (ISRCTN): 48536064; https://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN48536064 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6wMuEysiO)
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- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Effectiveness of the Neonatal Discharge Program for Very Low-Birth-Weight Infants on Parental Efficacy and Psychological Distress. J Perinat Neonatal Nurs 2018; 32:E11-E21. [PMID: 29782436 DOI: 10.1097/jpn.0000000000000337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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This pilot study aimed to (i) evaluate the effectiveness of a neonatal discharge program, (ii) identify relationships between parent and infant factors and parental efficacy and psychological distress, and (iii) identify ways to improve the neonatal discharge program. A quasiexperimental 1-group pretest/posttest design was used. Through consecutive sampling, 42 participants were recruited. Data were collected using self-report questionnaires. Self-administering instruments gathered data on parental efficacy and psychological distress as well as feedback and recommendations on the intervention. A significant increase in parental efficacy and a reduction in psychological distress were observed from pre- to postdischarge intervention. Significant relationships were found between parental efficacy and infants' gestational age, birth weight, gender, and participants' level of education, and a significant relationship was found between psychological distress and number of children from previous pregnancies. Moreover, an Internet-based program, in addition to the face-to-face teaching, was identified as a preferred option to aid in information retention. It is important to evaluate and enhance the neonatal discharge program to suit the parents of today while providing them with informational and emotional support. Future studies should explore parental coping and the long-term effects of their infant's birth and the intervention.
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Shorey S, Dennis CL, Bridge S, Chong YS, Holroyd E, He HG. First-time fathers' postnatal experiences and support needs: A descriptive qualitative study. J Adv Nurs 2017; 73:2987-2996. [PMID: 28557020 DOI: 10.1111/jan.13349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To explore first-time fathers' postnatal experiences and support needs in the early postpartum period. BACKGROUND The postnatal period is a stressful transition period for new fathers. It is imperative to understand their needs and experiences to provide appropriate support for them. The majority of previous studies were based in Western countries and explored fathers' needs during pregnancy and childbirth, with few studies conducted in the postnatal period. In Singapore, a multiracial society with differing paternal cultural values from its Western counterparts, there is considerable need to examine the experiences and needs of first-time fathers. DESIGN A descriptive qualitative design was used. METHODS Data were collected from November 2015-January 2016. Fifteen first-time fathers were recruited from two postnatal wards of a public hospital, using a purposive sampling method. A semi-structured interview guide was used to conduct face-to-face interviews. A thematic analysis was conducted and ethics approval was sought for this study. RESULTS Four overarching themes and seventeen subthemes were generated. The four overarching themes were: (1) No sense of reality to sense of responsibility; (2) Unprepared and challenged; (3) Support: needs, sources, experience and attitude; and (4) Future help for fathers. CONCLUSION Fathers undergo a transition phase where they have unmet support needs during the early postnatal period. Understanding and addressing these needs may facilitate smooth transition to fatherhood. This study's findings can be used to involve fathers and design future supportive educational programs to promote positive parenting experiences and family dynamics.
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- Shefaly Shorey
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.,Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- School of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, National University Health System, Singapore
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Ghiasvand F, Riazi H, Hajian S, Kazemi E, Firoozi A. The effect of a self-care program based on the teach back method on the postpartum quality of life. Electron Physician 2017; 9:4180-4189. [PMID: 28607653 PMCID: PMC5459290 DOI: 10.19082/4180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2016] [Accepted: 11/18/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background The postpartum period is a critical stage of life with major changes in the quality of life. Therefore, special consideration is needed to this issue. Objective To determine the effect of a self-care program based on the Teach Back method on the postpartum quality of life. Methods This experimental study was conducted on eighty postpartum women who had given birth in health centers across Darreh Shahr County, Ilam Province, Iran in 2016. The control group received only routine postpartum care according to the national guidelines. The trial group received the routine care in addition to two sessions of physical and psychological postpartum self-care based on the Teach Back method. The two groups were assessed in terms of their quality of life before and after the intervention using the Postpartum Quality of Life Questionnaire. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 21. Descriptive statistic tests, Chi squared, independent-samples t-test, paired-samples t-test, Wilcoxon and Mann Whitney’s test was used. Results Before the intervention, the postpartum quality of life score was 106.23±11.866 in the trial group and 107.30±13.197 in the control group; after the intervention, the score was 124.73±10.706 and 115.03±12.687 in the two groups respectively, suggesting a significant inter-group difference after the intervention (p<0.001). Significant differences were also observed between the two groups in terms of the mother’s feelings toward herself, toward her child and toward her spouse and others, and physical health before and after the intervention (p<0.001). Conclusions Using the Teach Back model for a self-care program appears to dramatically improve the postpartum quality of life and is therefore recommended as a useful method for postpartum care. Trial registration The trial was registered at the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (http://www.irct.ir) with the Irct ID: IRCT2015012820854N1. Funding The authors received no financial support for the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
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- Fatemeh Ghiasvand
- Student Research Committee, School of Nursing & Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ph.D. Student, Department of Biostatistics, School of Paramedical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- MS, Clinical Psychologist, Researcher, Department of Psychology, Khwarizmi University, Karaj, Iran
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Shorey S, Lau Y, Dennis CL, Chan YS, Tam WW, Chan YH. A randomized-controlled trial to examine the effectiveness of the ‘Home-but not Alone’ mobile-health application educational programme on parental outcomes. J Adv Nurs 2017; 73:2103-2117. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.13293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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- Shefaly Shorey
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore, National University Health System; Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; Singapore
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- Biostatistics Unit; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; National University Health System; Singapore
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Shorey S, Ng YPM, Danbjørg DB, Dennis CL, Morelius E. Effectiveness of the ‘Home-but not Alone’ mobile health application educational programme on parental outcomes: a randomized controlled trial, study protocol. J Adv Nurs 2016; 73:253-264. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.13151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/30/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Shefaly Shorey
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; National University Health System; Singapore
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- Centre for Innovative Medical Technology Institute of Clinical Research; The Faculty of Health Sciences; University of Southern Denmark; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Social and Welfare Studies; Linkoping University; Norrkoping Sweden
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First-time parents’ prenatal needs for early parenthood preparation-A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative literature. Midwifery 2016; 39:1-11. [DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2016.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2015] [Revised: 02/22/2016] [Accepted: 04/17/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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A qualitative study exploring first time mothers’ experiences of breastfeeding in Singapore. PROCEEDINGS OF SINGAPORE HEALTHCARE 2015. [DOI: 10.1177/2010105815615992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background: The exclusive breastfeeding rate (for the first 6 months of a baby’s life) remained low in Singapore despite active promotion of breastfeeding by government bodies and hospitals. The aim of this study was to explore the breastfeeding experiences of first time mothers and the difficulties they faced during their breastfeeding period. Methods: A qualitative descriptive study design was adopted. Participants were chosen from a purposive sampling technique and data were collected from 10 semi-structured in-depth interviews. All interviews conducted were audio-taped and transcribed verbatim. Interview transcriptions were analysed using the qualitative content analysis approach. Results: The breastfeeding period of the 10 first time mothers in this study ranged from 3 days to 10 months, and four participants were still breastfeeding at the time of interview (4–12 months after delivery). The interview transcriptions generated 54 nodes, 12 sub-themes and four key themes. The four key themes identified were: (a) challenges and support for breastfeeding in the initial period after birth; (b) low degree of support for breastfeeding in the workplace; (c) unease at breastfeeding in front of others; and (d) emotional and psychological aspects of breastfeeding. Conclusion: This study provided a better understanding of the breastfeeding experiences of first time mothers in Singapore. Initiating and sustaining breastfeeding is still challenging for first time mothers. Greater public awareness, laws that support breastfeeding in public and the workplace, as well as support of family members could be fundamental to successful breastfeeding.
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Shorey S, Chan SWC, Chong YS, He HG. A randomized controlled trial of the effectiveness of a postnatal psychoeducation programme on self-efficacy, social support and postnatal depression among primiparas. J Adv Nurs 2014; 71:1260-73. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.12590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/11/2014] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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- Shefaly Shorey
- School of Health Sciences; Nanyang Polytechnic; Singapore
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery; Faculty of Health and Medicine; The University of Newcastle; Callaghan New South Wales Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology; National University Hospital; Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies; Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine; National University of Singapore; Singapore
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