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Susan Hannon1,2, Elizabeth Newnham3, Kathleen Hannon1,2
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
Women desire respectful care and strong postpartum support for positive maternal well-being during the transition to motherhood. Addressing social and organizational factors, like workplace flexibility, is crucial for new families.
Area of Science:
- Maternal Health
- Sociology of Health
- Perinatal Care
Background:
- Maternal experiences extend beyond healthcare, influenced by social, cultural, and political environments.
- Limited research exists on factors promoting maternal well-being during the perinatal period and motherhood transition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore women's perspectives on factors promoting positive perinatal experiences.
- To identify facilitators in healthcare, social, cultural, organizational, environmental, and political domains.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive study with embedded public and participant involvement (PPI).
- Interviews conducted with 24 women who used maternity care services in Ireland.
Main Results:
- Key themes included 'tone of care' (interactions with healthcare professionals), 'postpartum presence and support' (professional services), and 'flexibility for new families' (return to work issues).
- Women emphasized the importance of being respected as decision-makers and validated in their mothering role.
- Professional postpartum support, such as helplines and drop-in clinics, was highly valued.
Conclusions:
- Women suggested implementing strategies at healthcare and policy levels to enhance perinatal experiences.
- Maternal health education supporting informed decision-making is a valuable resource.
- Improved social and organizational support is needed for parents balancing work and family responsibilities.
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