A recent study found that nearly 10% of women who had cesarean deliveries at 34 weeks’ gestation or later experienced symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) two months postpartum.
Factors like younger age, higher BMI, induced labor, postpartum hemorrhage, and severe pain during recovery were associated with a higher risk of developing PTSD. Women who had immediate skin-to-skin contact with their newborn after the cesarean had a significantly lower risk of PTSD, highlighting the importance of early bonding after birth.
The research suggests that specific aspects of cesarean deliveries, such as induction of labor and lack of skin-to-skin contact, may influence PTSD risk. This is valuable information for healthcare providers to help prevent and manage PTSD in postpartum women, especially those who may be at higher risk.
By recognizing and addressing the factors that contribute to PTSD after cesarean delivery, healthcare providers can offer better care and support for women during the postpartum period.
🌸 Nearly 10% of women with cesarean delivery experience PTSD at 2 months postpartum. https://www.healio.com/news/womens-health-ob-gyn/20240619/nearly-10-of-women-with-cesarean-delivery-experience-ptsd-at-2-months-postpartum
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