JBI database of systematic reviews and implementation reports
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JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep · Sep 2019
New parents' experiences of postpartum depression: a systematic review of qualitative evidence.
The objective of the review was to synthesize the evidence on new mothers' and fathers' experiences of postpartum depression (PPD). ⋯ The qualitative studies concerning new parents' experiences of PPD have focused on the mother's perspective, and studies of the father's perspective, especially of the father's own experiences of PPD, are scarce. Both mothers and fathers do not receive enough support from their significant others. In addition, mothers want more support from health professionals. Because PPD has a great influence on the well-being of mothers and fathers, as well as children, it is important to understand what parents undergo after childbirth.