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A consensus definition for maternal peripartum stress was developed. This definition aids researchers and clinicians in improving perinatal care for mothers during this vulnerable period.

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Area of Science:

  • Perinatal Health
  • Psychosocial Stress Research
  • Maternal Well-being

Background:

  • The peripartum period presents heightened vulnerability to stress for women.
  • A lack of a standardized definition for maternal peripartum stress hinders research and clinical practice.
  • European COST Action 22114 (TREASURE) initiative addressed this knowledge gap.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key concepts associated with maternal peripartum stress from existing literature.
  • To establish a consensus definition for maternal peripartum stress through expert consensus.
  • To facilitate a unified understanding for advancing perinatal care.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review to identify core concepts.
  • Qualitative Delphi process involving 161 international researchers and clinicians.
  • Consensus-building methodology to achieve a shared definition.

Main Results:

  • Key concepts related to maternal peripartum stress were systematically identified.
  • A consensus definition of maternal peripartum stress was successfully developed.
  • The definition was derived from the collective expertise of a diverse international group.

Conclusions:

  • The established consensus definition promotes a shared understanding of maternal peripartum stress.
  • This shared understanding is crucial for directing future research efforts.
  • The definition supports the implementation of evidence-based clinical practices to enhance perinatal care outcomes.