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PROMOTING MATERNAL-FETAL BONDING: A TRAINING INTERVENTION

Dr. Fatima Hassan Mahmoud·Prof. Amira Ahmed Khalil·Dr. Hala Mohamed Ali
Published 13 December 2024
Vol. 11, No. 3 (2024)
pp. 1-22
CC BY 4.0
  1. 1
    Dr. Fatima Hassan Mahmoud
    Faculty of Nursing-Mansoura University, Egypt.
    EG
  2. 2
    Prof. Amira Ahmed Khalil
    Faculty of Nursing-Mansoura University.
    EG
  3. 3
    Dr. Hala Mohamed Ali
    Faculty of Nursing-Mansoura University, Egypt.
    EG

Attachment during pregnancy is a vital component of maternal-fetal bonding, influencing the long-term development of both the mother and the unborn child. This emotional connection, beginning before conception and continuing throughout pregnancy, profoundly impacts the physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being of the infant. Maternal-fetal attachment is characterized by various maternal behaviors that reflect the emotional bond with the fetus. These behaviors encompass aspects of self-care such as proper nutrition, adequate sleep, and physical exercise, as well as abstaining from harmful substances like alcohol and drugs. Furthermore, maternal-fetal attachment fosters the mother's desire to connect with and understand her unborn child. This emotional connection is not only instrumental in ensuring a favorable pregnancy outcome but also in promoting the health of both mother and neonate. In this paper, we explore the significance of maternal-fetal attachment and its multifaceted role in prenatal care.

JournalColumbia Journal of Health Education and Nursing
ISSN2998-8179
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 3 (2024)
Pages1-22
Published13 December 2024
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Mahmoud, D., Khalil , P., Ali, D. (2024). PROMOTING MATERNAL-FETAL BONDING: A TRAINING INTERVENTION. Columbia Journal of Health Education and Nursing, Vol. 11 No. 3, pp. 1-22

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