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Modern American society has fostered many "myths of motherhood" that
play a major role in the development of Postpartum Mood Disorders
(PPMD). These myths greatly influence a woman's expectations of
having a baby and how she will fulfill her role as a mother.
These myths include:
For many women, after the baby is born these expectations are met with
feelings of depression or anxiety that can lead to extreme feelings of
guilt and shame. These myths can by a major contributor to PPMD and
also may be a barrier to seeking proper treatment.
play a major role in the development of Postpartum Mood Disorders
(PPMD). These myths greatly influence a woman's expectations of
having a baby and how she will fulfill her role as a mother.
These myths include:
- The myth of 'happy motherhood', which indicates that mothers
should feel happy when a new baby arrives. - The myth of having an intuitive mothering capability immediately
after the baby is born. - The myth of instant and constant motherly love for the new child.
- The myth of the 'perfect baby'.
- The myth that fathers will be equally involved in parenting the child.
- The myth of the 'perfect mother'.
For many women, after the baby is born these expectations are met with
feelings of depression or anxiety that can lead to extreme feelings of
guilt and shame. These myths can by a major contributor to PPMD and
also may be a barrier to seeking proper treatment.
Myths of
Motherhood
Motherhood
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