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Maternal "en face" orientation during the first hour after birth
The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
|January 1, 1983
Summary
Mothers spent varying amounts of time in the en face position during uninterrupted postpartum contact. This bonding behavior was influenced by cultural background, paternal relationship, childbirth attitude, and oxytocic administration.
Area of Science:
- Perinatal psychology
- Maternal-infant bonding research
Background:
- Early mother-infant contact is crucial for bonding.
- The "en face" position facilitates visual and emotional connection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify "en face" positioning time in the first hour postpartum.
- To identify factors influencing this early maternal behavior.
Main Methods:
- Observational study of 97 mothers and their infants.
- Measurement of time spent in the "en face" position during uninterrupted contact.
Main Results:
- Mean "en face" time varied significantly among participants.
- Cultural background, paternal relationship, childbirth attitude, and oxytocic use were associated with "en face" time.
Conclusions:
- Early postpartum maternal behavior is multifactorial.
- Interventions should consider individual and contextual factors influencing maternal-infant interaction.