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Supporting the transition to parenthood: development of a group health-promoting programme
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posted on 2018-06-06, 00:00 authored by M Buultjens, G Murphy, J Milgrom, Ann TaketAnn Taket, D PoinenBackground Many Western countries have a strong record of obstetric safety; however, there are disparities in other indicators (such as morbidity) and best-practice outcomes, including breastfeeding rates and perinatal depression. Aims To pilot a multifaceted psycho-educational group programme for first-time parents. Methods This alternate-allocation study compared an intervention programme (n=10) and a comparison group (n=8) who received routine care with the addition of a weekly telephone call. Findings There were distinct differences between groups at followup, with the intervention group reporting lower depression scores and exclusive breastfeeding. Trends included positive adjustment to parenthood, perceived parenting competence and increased motherinfant attachment. Conclusion The intervention demonstrated benefits including learning opportunities, skills training and increased social capital.
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British journal of midwiferyVolume
26Issue
6Pagination
387 - 397Publisher
Mark Allen GroupLocation
London, Eng.Publisher DOI
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0969-4900Language
engPublication classification
C1 Refereed article in a scholarly journal; C Journal articleCopyright notice
2018 MA Healthcare Ltd.Usage metrics
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