Kothari A, Thayalan K, Dulhunty J, Callaway L
University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Redcliffe Hospital, Brisbane, Australia.
Obstet Med. 2019 Jun;12(2):57-65. doi: 10.1177/1753495X18823479. Epub 2019 Feb 18.
The role of fathers prior to conception, during pregnancy, and in the post-partum period has generally not been a key consideration for Obstetric Physicians. However, this view may need challenging. This paper outlines the key importance of fathers in all phases of obstetric medical care. We review the contribution of paternal factors such as genetics, health, and lifestyle to fetal development, pregnancy complications, and maternal and neonatal wellbeing. The role of fathers in complex care decisions during pregnancy is also reviewed. Postpartum, fathers have a substantial role in shaping the future of the family unit through encouraging breastfeeding and creating a supportive environment for motherhood. This review proposes areas for future research and recommends an evidence-based change in practice in obstetric medicine that focuses on recognizing the role of fathers in the pregnancy journey.
在受孕前、孕期以及产后阶段,父亲的角色通常并非产科医生的关键考量因素。然而,这一观点或许需要受到质疑。本文概述了父亲在产科医疗护理各个阶段的关键重要性。我们审视了诸如遗传、健康和生活方式等父方因素对胎儿发育、妊娠并发症以及母婴健康的影响。同时也回顾了父亲在孕期复杂护理决策中的作用。产后,父亲在通过鼓励母乳喂养以及为母亲营造支持性环境来塑造家庭未来方面发挥着重要作用。本综述提出了未来研究的方向,并建议在产科医学实践中基于证据进行变革,重点是认识到父亲在妊娠过程中的作用。