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Analysis of Factors Related to Postpartum Maternal Anxiety in Newborn Care : A Cross-sectional Study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The postpartum period is a critical phase for mothers due to physical and psychological changes. High anxiety during newborn care may negatively affect maternal and infant health. Factors such as maternal knowledge, spousal support, and maternal age are suspected to influence postpartum anxiety levels. This study aims to analyze the relationship between knowledge, spousal support, and age with the level of maternal anxiety in postpartum newborn care. This study employed a cross-sectional analytic design. A total of 100 postpartum mothers were selected through purposive sampling in Baturaja, Ogan Komering Ulu District. Data were collected through interviews using structured questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-Square test. The results showed a significant relationship between knowledge (p=0.000), spousal support (p=0.000), and age (p=0.000) with maternal anxiety levels in newborn care. Mothers with low knowledge, low spousal support, and at-risk age were more likely to experience severe anxiety. Knowledge, spousal support, and age are significant factors influencing postpartum maternal anxiety. Educational interventions and family-based social support should be strengthened in maternal and child health services to reduce postpartum anxiety.

Source: Lentera Perawat

DOI: 10.52235/lp.v6i2.493

Authors: Ramayani Ramayani, Wachyu Amelia

Institution: Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Al-Ma'arif Baturaja

Language: English

Topic: Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411354306