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Changes in personality pattern during the first pregnancy and lactation.

B Sjögren1, A M Widström, G Edman

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynaecology
|July 25, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Personality remains largely stable during first pregnancy and lactation. However, women experienced reduced anxiety and tension, becoming more relaxed and tolerant of monotony post-delivery.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Maternal Health
  • Human Development

Background:

  • Pregnancy and lactation represent significant life transitions.
  • Understanding personality changes during this period is crucial for maternal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate personality trait alterations in women during their first pregnancy and subsequent lactation.
  • To compare personality profiles between pregnant women and those postpartum.

Main Methods:

  • 161 women completed the Karolinska Scales of Personality and an emotional dependency scale during pregnancy and postpartum.
  • Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to compare scores over time and between breastfeeding groups.

Main Results:

  • Significant decreases were observed in Muscular Tension, Somatic Anxiety, and Monotony Avoidance from pregnancy to postpartum.

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  • Women who breastfed for at least 8 weeks showed lower scores in anxiety, tension, suspicion, and impulsiveness, and higher socialization scores.

    • Conclusions:

    • Most personality traits remain stable during the first pregnancy and lactation period.
    • Significant shifts indicate a trend towards a more relaxed and monotony-tolerant lifestyle post-delivery, particularly influenced by breastfeeding duration.