Perceived parental bonding and variables associated with maternal-fetal attachment in high-risk pregnancy

Percepción del vínculo parental y variables asociadas al apego materno-fetal en embarazos de alto riesgo

Percepção do vínculo parental e variáveis associadas ao apego materno-fetal na gestação de alto risco

Lima Reis, Henrique - Cardoso Nogueira, Ketylen - Manfroi, Edi Cristina - Pereira Gonçalves, André
Detalles Bibliográficos
2024
high-risk pregnancy
family relations
pregnancy
maternal-fetal relations
relación materno-fetal
embarazo de alto riesgo
relaciones familiares
embarazo
gravidez de alto risco
relações familiares
gestação
relações materno-fetais
Portugués
Universidad Católica del Uruguay
LIBERI
https://revistas.ucu.edu.uy/index.php/cienciaspsicologicas/article/view/3598
Acceso abierto
Resumen:
Sumario:This study investigated the effects of perceived parental bonding, sociodemographic and gestational variables on the intensity of maternal-fetal attachment (MFA) in the context of high-risk pregnancies. This is a quantitative, cross-sectional study involving 119 participants. A sociodemographic questionnaire, the Maternal-Fetal Attachment Scale-Brief Version, and the Parental Bonding Instrument were administered. The results of the multiple linear regression analysis were statistically significant (p < .05). The final model explained 28.7 % of the variance in MFA and included the variables of paternal overprotection, paternal care, maternal age, gestational age, and the support from the baby's father. We emphasize that MFA intensity is multidetermined, involving aspects of life history, social, and situational factors. The woman’s perception of paternal bonding during her childhood and adolescence, as well as the support from the baby's father during the gestational period, are highlighted as influential factors for maternal-fetal attachment, indicating the importance of paternal involvement throughout the life cycle. Implications for professional practice, as well as limitations and recommendations for future studies are discussed.