# Effect of nurse-led intervention on postpartum wellbeing and parental competence among primi postnatal mothers at selected primary health centers, Chennai

**Authors:** Jebamalar Rajan, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Vanitha Narayanasamy Naidu, Gnana Sarjana Ramakrishnan, Anitha Parasuraman, Malathi Dhakshnamoorthy, Bibilin Wilson

PMC · DOI: 10.6026/973206300213654 · 2025-10-31

## TL;DR

This study shows that nurse-led support improves the well-being and parenting skills of first-time mothers after childbirth.

## Contribution

The study demonstrates the effectiveness of nurse-led interventions in reducing postpartum depression and improving maternal competence.

## Key findings

- Nurse-led interventions reduced depression scores in postnatal mothers.
- The program improved maternal well-being and parental competence.
- Sociodemographic factors influenced the outcomes, suggesting the need for personalized care.

## Abstract

The importance of structured support for primiparous mothers during the postpartum period is critical for improving their physical,
emotional, and psychological well-being. Nurse-led interventions focusing on nutrition, newborn care and infection prevention significantly
reduce postpartum depression and improve well-being and parental competence. The experimental group demonstrated notable improvements,
including reduced depression scores and enhanced well-being and competence. Sociodemographic factors also played a role in influencing
these outcomes, highlighting the need for tailored interventions. Thus, we show that nurse-led programs are an effective and scalable
approach to improving maternal health and addressing postpartum challenges.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** postpartum depression (MONDO:0005929)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** depression (MESH:D003866), infection (MESH:D007239), postpartum depression (MESH:D019052)

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC12859294