Factors that influence the mother-infant dyad relationships and infant well-being.
This article presents a theoretical model derived by synthesizing research findings relevant to maternal perceived support, maternal attachment, infant well-being, and infant attachment. The model, depicting possible predictors that facilitate positive mother-infant relations as well as outcomes of the dyadic relationship, may be used to plan interventions to promote healthy mother-infant relationships. Implications for nursing practice are described.
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D006293:Health Promotion; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008603:Mental Health; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009034:Mother-Child Relations; D009769:Object Attachment; D002666:Psychology, Child