The Roles of Physical Adaptation, Social Support, Culture, Economic Transition Phase in Perinatal Period: Perspectives of Predicting Maternal Depression in Indonesia

Abstract

The visible transformations are prone to various mental challenges, including labor fears, and are primarily due to pre/postpartum experiences. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the role of mothers in Indonesia, in terms of responsibilities, physical adaptations, social support, and cultural practices during perinatal. Furthermore, the qualitative research method was adopted with semi-structured in-depth interviews involving 10 postpartum mothers and 8 pregnant women in hospitals and community health service centers. The data were analyzed by a thematic content approach. The results considered 4 themes, including (1) the role of mothers in providing baby’s needs, (2) cultural influences on both mother and fetus/infant, (3) harsh economic conditions in fulfilling family obligations, and (4) social support for the nursing mothers. In summary, analysis of the perspectives of predicting maternal depression during ante/postpartum was achieved.