The Effects of Postpartum PTSD on Mother-Infant Bonding

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dc.contributor.advisorBrowning, Christine
dc.creatorKelly, Madelyn
dc.date.accessioned2024-04-24T18:38:19Z
dc.date.available2024-04-24T18:38:19Z
dc.date.issued2024-04
dc.description.abstractBonding between mother and child is a key component of the first year of a child’s life. This is a sensitive period to develop a healthy attachment style. Mothers suffering from depression can struggle to regulate their emotions, which may have an impact on their child. A traumatic birth and post-partum depression can make mothers more withdrawn, stressed, and at risk for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during post-partum. While preventive measures are possible, many women still suffer from some PTSD symptoms after a highly stressful birth. . Three women were interviewed and asked to give their birth narrative with some including traumatic births. Women were interviewed and asked about their birth experience. Themes identified were high expectations regarding birth, strong external support from partner and family, difficulty bonding after difficult deliveries, negative experience with medical staff, and education and agency. The pregnancies were often anxiety-provoking as women had concern for their child’s well-being. Preparation and education were also a helpful tool to minimize negative emotions. A main deterrent of negative effects of traumatic births is external support. A strong support system may minimize the effects of post-partum depression and PTSD, which will support healthy bonding between mother and child.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/11558/8298
dc.language.isoen_USen_US
dc.subjectAttachmenten_US
dc.subjectPostpartum Depressionen_US
dc.subjectPostpartum Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)en_US
dc.titleThe Effects of Postpartum PTSD on Mother-Infant Bondingen_US
dc.typeWorking Paperen_US

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