Psychosocial Adaptation to Pregnancy: Seven Dimensions of Maternal Development

The fourth edition of this book provides an updated and comprehensive analysis of the seven dimensions of maternal emotional health that impact delivery, postpartum adaptation, infant health, and early childhood development. It offers practical materials for use with pregnant clients, including assessment instruments and evidence-based interventions. The book covers topics such as acceptance of the pregnancy, motivation and preparation for motherhood, relationships, preparation for labor, self-esteem, and well-being in labor. It is a valuable resource for professionals working with pregnant women and their families.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 354 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The fourth edition of this book updates and elaborates on the seven dimensions of maternal emotional health that have significant impact on delivery,postpartum adaptation,infant health,and early childhood development. Supported by the authors original research and interviews,the book provides readers with an analysis of the role of these core functions throughout pregnancy,as well as practical materials for use with pregnant clients in the form of assessment instruments and evidence-based interventions for promoting positive development.

The book provides a theoretical framework with rationales for the seven psychosocial dimensions,therapeutic and counseling intervention strategies to improve adaptive development in each of the seven psychosocial dimensions,findings specific to women in diverse cultural groups,a chapter devoted to women in the military and military spouses,and discussion of salient issues of pregnancy,including physical changes,body image,intimacy,trust,and ambivalence.

The book focuses on the seven dimensions of maternal prenatal emotional health: Acceptance of the pregnancy. Motivation and preparation for motherhood. Relationship with husband/partner. Relationship with her own mother.  Preparation for labor. Sense of control in labor Self-Esteem and Well-Being in labor. Psychosocial Adaptation to Pregnancy is a significant addition to the psychosocial assessment literature,a needed resource for clinical and health psychologists,clinical social workers,marriage and family therapists,professional counselors,midwives,and obstetrical nurses. It is also adaptable to undergraduate and graduate courses in maternal reproductive health and obstetrical nursing.

Weight: 569g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030457402
Edition number: 4th ed. 2020