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The relationship between maternal functioning and birth memory and trauma
Habibe Bay Ozcalik1, Yasemin Erkal Aksoy1
1Selcuk University Faculty of Health Science, Midwifery Department, Konya, Turkey.
Midwifery
|March 19, 2024
Summary
Positive birth memories and reduced birth trauma are crucial for maternal functioning in the postpartum period. Supporting mothers
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Obstetrics
- Perinatal Mental Health
Background:
- Maternal functioning in the postpartum period is influenced by the complex interplay of physical and psychosocial adjustments following childbirth.
- Understanding the impact of birth experiences, including memory and trauma, on a mother's ability to function is essential for providing adequate postpartum support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between the nature of birth memories and the experience of birth trauma on maternal functioning during the postpartum period.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 584 mothers in the postpartum period.
- Data collection utilized a personal information form, the Barkin Index of Maternal Functioning (BIMF), the Birth Memories and Recall Questionnaire (BirthMARQ), and the City Birth Trauma Scale (CityBiTS).
Main Results:
- While sociodemographic factors did not significantly impact maternal functioning, it improved with increased parity.
- Negative emotional memory (BirthMARQ) and hyperarousal (CityBiTS) were associated with poorer maternal functioning.
- Centrality of memory (BirthMARQ) positively correlated with improved maternal functioning.
Conclusions:
- Birth memory characteristics and trauma significantly influence maternal functioning in the postpartum phase.
- Prioritizing emotional health and physical care during labor and postpartum is vital for fostering positive birth memories and enhancing maternal well-being.
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