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Strengthening Peer Mentoring Relationships for New Mothers: A Qualitative Analysis

The transition to motherhood can be challenging, especially for first-time mothers, and can accompany maternal distress. Social support—such as that offered by peers—can be important in assisting mothers to manage such distress.

Citation:
Law KH, Jackson B, Tan XH, Teague S, Krause A, Putter K, Du’cane M, Gibson L, Bulles KF, Barkin J, Dimmock JA. Strengthening Peer Mentoring Relationships for New Mothers: A Qualitative Analysis. J Clin Med. 2022;11(20)

Keywords:
Australia; perinatal; postpartum; stress; thematic analysis; mental health; mentor; peer group; physiological stress; qualitative analysis; semi structured interview

Abstract:
The transition to motherhood can be challenging, especially for first-time mothers, and can accompany maternal distress. Social support—such as that offered by peers—can be important in assisting mothers to manage such distress.