Effect of a Cooperative Education Program Based on Precede-Proceed Model During Pregnancy on Postpartum Depression

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2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 110-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joan Esper Kuhnly ◽  
Marion Juliano ◽  
Patricia Swider McLarney

ABSTRACTPreparing expectant parents of multiples required a unique prenatal education program. A thorough explanation of the course layout, curriculum, and content the faculty developed for this unique 9-hour program is presented. The unique implications for parenting multiples was highlighted throughout the program, which included expectations for late pregnancy, preparation for labor and birth, assuring infant safety, learning how to provide infant care, identifying sources of support, breastfeeding information and support, potential for neonatal intensive care, postpartum depression, and providing a multiple parent’s personal perspective. All classes were interactive and used active learner-based teaching strategies.


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