Psychology of pregnancy + New baby Flashcards
Fear of birth is known as
Tokophobia
Primary tokophobia refers to
General fear of pregnancy and birth, finds the idea revolting
Secondary tokophobia refers to
Fear of birth due to a previous bad experience
What are the three psychological stages of pregnancy and new motherhood as described by Van Gannep?
- Separation
- Limen
- Aggregation
This stage of pregnancy/new motherhood is where the person leaves the old ways of being, takes on a new role, is seen differentlyby society. In pregnancy she visualises herself as a mother, up till the birth
Separation
In this stage of pregnancy, the woman is “betwixt the two of who she is, to who she is becoming”
Limen
In this stage of pregnancy/new motherhood, the woman is recognised by society in her new role. Mother and child emerge together
Aggregation
Pregnant women should help to be prepared during the _______ stage of pregnancy to help them adjust and prepare for motherhood
Limen
List some areas of social support for pregnant women
Family Friends GP Midwife Health visitors NCT type support groups Counselling
Children who have had a _________ ____________ to one caregiver are likely to grow up to be responsive and helpful, with fewer social anxieties
secure attachement
What is important during childhood for future cognitive, emotional, and social development?
Secure attachment
Skin to skin bonding immediately after birth promotes bonding, aided by the release of which two hormones?
Oxytocin and prolactin
The link between the mother’s __________ to parenthood is key to child development outcomes.
adaptation
The mother’s adaptation to parenthood is affected by what factors?
Stress
Depression
Mood disorders
Trauma
What is the most critical period of growth and development in a child’s life?
The first 1,000 days- pregnancy through infancy