Analysis of the relationship between postpartum anxiety and baby blues syndrome at Dewi Sartika hospital, Kendari City
1 Professional Midwifery Program, STIKES Pelita Ibu, Indonesia.
2 Diploma III Midwifery Program, STIKES Pelita Ibu, Indonesia.
3 Bachelor's Program in Hospital Administration, STIKES Pelita Ibu, Indonesia.
Research Article
GSC Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(03), 018–028.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscarr.2024.21.3.0465
Publication history:
Received on 18 October 2024; revised on 29 November 2024; accepted on 02 December 2024
Abstract:
Background: The postpartum period is a critical phase that can impact a mother's mental health. Baby Blues Syndrome is a common psychological condition among postpartum mothers, characterized by anxiety, mood swings, and emotional instability. One of the main factors influencing its occurrence is the level of postpartum maternal anxiety.
Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between postpartum maternal anxiety levels and the incidence of Baby Blues Syndrome at Dewi Sartika General Hospital in Kendari City.
Methods: This research used an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 80 postpartum mothers admitted to Dewi Sartika General Hospital from June to October 2024. Data were collected using the Perinatal Anxiety Screening Scale (PASS) and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). Data analysis was performed using the chi-square test with a significance level of 0.05.
Results: Of the 80 respondents, 40% showed no anxiety, 47.5% experienced mild to moderate anxiety, and 12.5% experienced severe anxiety. A total of 25% of mothers experienced Baby Blues Syndrome, predominantly in the group with severe anxiety (8.75%). Statistical analysis revealed a p-value of 0.003, indicating a significant relationship between postpartum maternal anxiety levels and the incidence of Baby Blues Syndrome.
Conclusion: Postpartum maternal anxiety levels are significantly associated with the incidence of Baby Blues Syndrome. Social and psychological support-based interventions are essential to reduce the risk of anxiety and Baby Blues Syndrome in postpartum mothers.
Keywords:
Postpartum anxiety; Baby Blues Syndrome; Maternal mental health; Mother-infant relationship; Psychosocial interventions
Full text article in PDF:
Copyright information:
Copyright © 2024 Author(s) retain the copyright of this article. This article is published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Liscense 4.0
