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SynthesisInternational journal of environmental research and public health2025

Postpartum Women's Body Dissatisfaction: A Systematic Review of Theoretical Models and Regression Analyses.

Marcela Rodrigues de Siqueira, Tuany Mageste Limongi, Eduardo Borba Salzer, Ana Paula Delgado Bomtempo, Juliana Fernandes Filgueiras Meireles, Clara Mockdece Neves

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Marcela Rodrigues de SiqueiraGraduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, Brazil.
Tuany Mageste LimongiGraduate Program in Health, Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, Brazil.
Eduardo Borba SalzerGraduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, Brazil.
Ana Paula Delgado BomtempoGraduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, Brazil.ORCID 0000-0003-2938-3116
Juliana Fernandes Filgueiras MeirelesDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, School of Community Medicine, University of Oklahoma, Tulsa, OK 74120, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-8396-6449
Clara Mockdece NevesGraduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, Brazil.

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Abstract

Postpartum body image is a critical aspect of maternal well-being, influenced by sociocultural, psychological, and relational factors. Theoretical models offer a broader framework for understanding these influences, whereas regression analyses identify specific associations. This systematic review aimed to identify theoretical models assessing postpartum body image and to examine its association with relevant constructs using regression analysis. A search was conducted of four databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and American Psychological Association) between August 2022 and March 2024. Studies including mothers over 18 years old, within 0-24 months postpartum, that applied theoretical models and/or regression analyses were included. Of 169 articles retrieved from databases and 1 identified through backward snowballing, 18 studies met the inclusion criteria. Three theoretical models were identified, and highlighted sociocultural influences, social support, and breastfeeding as key determinants of body dissatisfaction. Regression analysis identified association between postpartum body image and maternal weight, depression, mode of delivery, sexual function, breastfeeding, and social support. Given these influences, the review emphasizes the importance of adopting holistic approaches to support maternal well-being. Interventions addressing postpartum body image should integrate strategies that consider cultural expectations, promote adequate social support, and address physical and emotional health challenges, such as weight management and mental health care. PROSPERO (CRD42022352992).

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Body DissatisfactionBody ImageMothersPostpartum PeriodFemaleHumansModels, TheoreticalRegression AnalysisSocial Supportbody imagepostpartumregression analysissystematic reviewtheoretical model

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