Holistic Nursing PLUS
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Holistic Nursing Plus

Exploring Effective Interventions for Postpartum Blues: A Systematic Literature Review

Ika Novita Sari (Unknown)
bin Sansuwito, Tukimin (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Jul 2025

Abstract

This literature review explores interventions for postpartum blues, a condition that affects up to 80% of new mothers. A systematic analysis was conducted on research published between 2010 and 2024, sourced from PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO databases. Of the 1,247 initial articles, 72 met the inclusion criteria following a comprehensive screening process. The findings indicate that psychosocial interventions, particularly peer support and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), provide the most substantial evidence for effectiveness. Additionally, emerging approaches, including hormonal treatments, nutritional supplementation, and technology-based support, show promising potential. The review also highlights the need for standardized outcome measures, longer-term studies, and culturally adapted interventions. The results advocate for implementing personalized, multimodal approaches and integrating these interventions into routine perinatal care. This review makes a significant contribution to evidence-based practices aimed at supporting maternal mental health during the critical postpartum period.

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HCN

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Subject

Health Professions Nursing

Description

Holistic Nursing PLUS (HNP) focuses on publishing articles that advance knowledge and scientific progress while promoting holistic nursing and health care practice through the fundamental Pillars, Longevity, Ubiquity, and Solitude in the fields of nursing, such as complementary and alternative, ...