SynthesisArchives of women's mental health2023
Women's experiences of specialist perinatal mental health services: a qualitative evidence synthesis.
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6 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- A pioneering health education strategy based on the PRECEDE-PROCEED model for women's health challenges: a systematic review and logic framework.BMC women's health · 2025Pooled it
- A Qualitative Evaluation of Caregivers' Perceptions of a New Australian Public Mental Health Service (Nurturing Connections).International journal of environmental research and public health · 2026Article
- Women' and midwives' experiences of perinatal mental health care: A qualitative study.International journal of nursing studies advances · 2026Article
- Assessing the approach to perinatal mental health screening and treatment in maternal-child health clinics in Western Kenya.PLOS global public health · 2026Article
- Experiences and impacts of psychological support following adverse neonatal experiences or perinatal loss: a qualitative analysis.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2024Article
- Engaging Parents Affected by Mental Health Problems in Pediatric and Gynecologic Practices-Implications of the KID-PROTEKT Study.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
purposeSpecialist perinatal mental health services identify and treat women experiencing mental health conditions during pregnancy and up to one year post birth. There is limited knowledge about women's experiences of care from specialist services. Evaluation and optimisation of service delivery requires knowledge of women's care experiences. This review aimed to systematically identify, appraise, and synthesise qualitative evidence exploring women's experiences of specialist perinatal mental health services.
methodsA systematic literature search of five databases: Medline (OVID), EMBASE (Elsevier), PsycINFO (EBSCO), CINAHL (EBSCO) and Scopus (Elsevier), grey literature searching, and backward citation, identified a total of 1035 papers of which sixteen met inclusion criteria. Methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) tool.
resultsThematic synthesis identified three themes: connected relationships; new beginnings; and meaningful service delivery. Findings identified that relationships developed with clinicians were significant to women and their experience of care. Women valued continuity of care from dedicated non-judgemental clinicians. Peer support from other mothers was perceived as meaningful to women. Through service interventions women gained new insights into their infant's needs and grew in confidence as a mother.
conclusionsWomen require provision of flexible and accessible specialist services with clinicians who are sensitive to their individual psychosocial needs and preferences. Examining discharge practices and continuing care needs is essential to ensure the best outcomes for women and their families.
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