Maternal-antenatal attachment is higher in young pregnant women with more social support, mentors, and lower fear of childbirth

2025-02-06 obstetrics and gynecology Title + abstract only

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The goal of this study was to examine correlates of maternal-fetal attachment in a diverse sample of young pregnant mothers. Although studies have looked at social determinants of health and maternal-fetal attachment, none have examined correlates that may be more prevalent in younger populations including prenatal drug use or fear of childbirth. We analyzed data from a prospective cohort of 154 pregnant adolescents and young adults (75.5% Black/African American, 15.6% white, 7.5% biracial, 1.4%...