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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Postpartum depression affects 1 in 8 women.
  • Partner support is crucial for maternal mental health.
  • This study investigated partner support expectations in Italian new mothers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of partner support expectations in postpartum depressive symptoms.
  • To identify predictors of depression in new mothers.
  • To inform clinical interventions for maternal mental well-being.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective study of 70 women from third trimester to 3 months postpartum.
  • Used validated scales for partner support expectations, marital conflict, and depressive symptoms.
  • Stepwise logistic regression analyzed predictors of postpartum depression.

Main Results:

  • Over 55% of new mothers experienced postpartum depressive symptoms.
  • Low expectancy confirmation of partner support significantly predicted depressive symptoms (OR 3.02).
  • Maternal age, education, and prior depression history were not significant predictors in this cohort.

Conclusions:

  • Partner support expectations play a critical role in the development of postpartum depressive symptoms.
  • Clinicians should assess and address partner support during antenatal and postnatal care.
  • Interventions focusing on enhancing perceived partner support may reduce the incidence of postpartum depression.