Journal of Pregnancy and Child Health
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Maternal Health and Psychosocial Support in Pregnancy

Received Date: Jul 01, 2024 / Accepted Date: Jul 29, 2024 / Published Date: Jul 29, 2024

Citation: Annika J (2024) Maternal Health and Psychosocial Support in Pregnancy. J Preg Child Health 11: 655.DOI: 10.4172/2376-127X.1000655

Copyright: © 2024 Annika J. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

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Maternal health is a critical component of public health that encompasses the physical, mental, and emotional
well-being of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This paper explores the significance of
psychosocial support in promoting maternal health, particularly focusing on how emotional and psychological wellbeing affects both maternal and fetal outcomes. The interplay between social support, mental health, and pregnancy
outcomes is increasingly recognized, with evidence suggesting that supportive environments can mitigate stress,
anxiety, and depression among pregnant women. Various forms of psychosocial support, including family, community,
and healthcare provider involvement, play pivotal roles in shaping maternal experiences and outcomes. This study
synthesizes current research findings, highlighting interventions aimed at enhancing psychosocial support during
pregnancy. Furthermore, the paper addresses barriers to accessing psychosocial support and the implications for
healthcare policy and practice. By underscoring the importance of comprehensive maternal care that integrates
psychosocial support, this paper aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on improving maternal health outcomes
and the overall quality of care for pregnant women.

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