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The Evidence-Based Practice: Breastfeeding as a Preventive Factor for Postpartum Depression

Authors :
Vitória Parreira
Emília Coutinho
Carlos Pereira
João Duarte
Cláudia Chaves
Paula Nelas
Lídia Cabral
Odete Amaral
Marlene Conceição Martins Cunha
Source :
Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing ISBN: 9783319611204
Publication Year :
2017
Publisher :
Springer International Publishing, 2017.

Abstract

Post-partum is expected to be a time of joy. However, this is not always the case, as it can be a time marked by moments of sadness, fatigue and discouragement. This study intended to obtain the best scientific evidence to understand whether breastfeeding has a preventive effect on postpartum depression. For this, an integrative review of the literature was made on the relationship between breastfeeding and postpartum depression through the databases: EBSCO host, LILACS, PubMed, SciELO, institutional repositories and Google Scholar. Most studies identify breastfeeding as being preventive of postpartum depression, highlighting its importance for the puerperium’s mental health and consequently reducing the chances of developing postpartum depression. An informed and supported woman about breastfeeding will be able to feel confident in her new role. A constant investment by the health team, initiated during the couple’s planning process for pregnancy, is essential, and is maintained throughout pregnancy, delivery and postpartum.

Details

ISBN :
978-3-319-61120-4
ISBNs :
9783319611204
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing ISBN: 9783319611204
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........6128a7e485486d9db55ebf23bf5a817d
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-61121-1_11