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Postpartum periods of visually impaired mothers: A qualitative study
Handan Özcan1, Elvan Kiylioğlu2, Ayşe Çuvadar3
1Hamidiye Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey.
Background:
Parenting for individuals with visual impairments introduces unique challenges, requiring meticulous planning, attention and care in daily activities and child-rearing.
Objective:
This qualitative study aims to explore the postpartum experiences of visually impaired mothers, exploring their emotional challenges, support networks and experiences in caring for infants and breastfeeding.
Methods:
Twelve participants engaged in in-depth interviews, revealing emotional difficulties such as uneasiness, anxiety, fear and challenges in baby care.
Results:
The study highlights the pivotal role of family, spouses and relatives in providing crucial support, contributing significantly to overcoming challenges related to childcare and breastfeeding. Supportive family involvement emerged as a key factor in meeting the emotional needs of visually impaired mothers during the postpartum period, fostering confidence in baby care and breastfeeding and transforming the experience into a more positive one.
Conclusion:
The findings highlight the importance of understanding and addressing the postpartum experiences of visually impaired mothers, advocating for more effective support programs tailored to their unique needs.
