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Postpartum mood disorder is one of the best-kept secrets within society and scientific research. Postpartum depression occurs in about 19% of all pregnancies. About two-thirds of maternal depression can be detected by simple means and treated early during pregnancy. Especially the first pregnancy can mean a major life transition for the pregnant woman and her partner. In addition to medical treatment, the smooth development of pregnancy and birth needs sufficient social and emotional support. Prenatal Bonding (BA), a method inaugurated by the Hungarian psychoanalysts Jenoe Raffai and Gyoergy Hidas, leads to fundamental improvements of pregnancy and giving birth. Preterm birth and postpartum mood disorders can be reduced to a large extent without medication. Birth may be conducted with more comfort and less medical intervention. Mother and baby can experience a stable bonding long before birth.
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Schroth, G. (2021). Postpartum Mood Disorders: Prevention by Prenatal Bonding (BA). In: Evertz, K., Janus, L., Linder, R. (eds) Handbook of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-41716-1_41
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