SHUT IN / SHUT OUT
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Women of childbearing age experience fear of childbirth
There are many reasons why contemporary women of appropriate age are afraid of having children...
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01
Physical and Health Concerns
-Postpartum depression:
i. Mental health problems such as low mood, anxiety, insomnia
ii. It Even affects mother-child relationships and daily functions.
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-Pregnancy complications:
i. hypertension, pregnancy diabetes, anemia, etc.
ii. Pelvic floor muscle injury may happen.
iii. Fertility has an impact on the breast.
02
Financial Pressure
- Medical expenses
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-Parenting costs
i. food, clothing, education, healthcare, and other needs.
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-Income reduction
i. Vacation or reduced working hours during pregnancy and childbirth.
ii. Career opportunities and promotions are hindered.
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03
Personal Freedom and Lifestyle
-Time and energy investment:
i. Limit their time and opportunities to engage in personal hobbies, social activities, or pursue other interests.
ii. No flexibility with their time
-Personal relationships and smaller social circles
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-Self-identification:
i. Maternal identity enhancement
ii. Role change
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04
Family and Societal Pressure
-Social expectations and cultural pressures:
i. Expectations from family, friends, or society that they must have children to be recognized and respected.
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-Personal stress and anxiety:
i. Worry about whether they can fulfill the role of a mother, whether their lives will undergo earth-shattering changes due to the arrival of their children, or whether they may not be able to achieve their personal career and life goals.