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February 2, 2026Women and BirthOpen Access

The transition to motherhood among first-time mothers in China during the first six months postpartum: A qualitative study based on the transition shock model

Yuyang Zhu Yue Zhao Yulu Zhu Qianfeng Zhang Ting Li Ying Mao Xiaojun Shen Xia Wang

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Key Points

To explore the challenges first-time mothers face during the postpartum period in China using the transition shock model.
Qualitative study design
In-depth interviews with first-time mothers
Analysis based on the transition shock model
Mothers experience significant emotional and physical challenges postpartum
The transition shock model effectively explains their experiences
Support systems play a crucial role in easing the transition.

Implication

Qualitative study explores challenges faced by first-time mothers postpartum, indicating complex transitions to motherhood.

Abstract

The transition to motherhood presents first-time mothers with a series of multidimensional and complex challenges in the postpartum period.

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Cite This Study

Zhu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/698584b78f7c464f2300814e https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wombi.2026.102170

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