I Survived the Procedure but I Am Unwell: Obstetric Complications, Postpartum Depression and Maternal Well-Being

The study explored the relationship between obstetric complications and postpartum depression among Ghanaian women and its impact on maternal well-being. Fifteen women were interviewed, and the interpretive phenomenological design was used to analyze their experiences. Themes showed that preparedness, emotions in pregnancy and delivery modes accounted for mothers’ at-risk behavior.