The mediating effect of pregnancy adaptation between family support and maternal-fetal bonding: a cross-sectional study.
Wan-Ru WuLi-Chun LeeChich-Hsiu HungHui Chuan HuangPublished in: BMC nursing (2024)
The study confirms the critical role of family support and pregnancy adaptation in facilitating maternal-fetal bonding during early pregnancy, with pregnancy adaptation fully mediating this relationship. Healthcare providers are encouraged to involve family members in early interventions, focusing on assessing family support and engaging them in education and activities to strengthen the emotional bond between the mother and her unborn child.