Caroline Rubin Rossato Pereira

O nascimento do segundo filho e as relações familiares

The second childs birth can increase family tension because it brings a need for reformulation of its roles and functioning rules. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of the second childs birth on family relations, with special attention to the changes in social support, marital relationship, firstborns behaviors and parents-first born relationship. Eight families, in which the second child had been born during the first borns second year of life, participated in the study. The parents were interviewed during the first borns 18th, 24th and 36th month. The qualitative content analysis revealed the effort of each family member to deal with the ambiguities of this situation which, at the same time the second child is celebrated, changes a relatively steady familiar dynamics involving the father-mother-first-born triad. Although the changes brought anxiety and instability to family relations, the results highlight the adaptiveness of the members of these families.

O impacto da gestação do segundo filho na dinâmica familiar

Abstract The present article examines some theoretical issues and empirical findings concerning the impact of the second child´s pregnan cy on familydynamics. Based on a systemic approach the marital relationship the parent-firstborn relationship and the role of social suppor t at thatmoment are focused. Furthermore it examines the impact of this transition period on the firstborn. In spite of the studies’ inc onsistencies,many authors have emphasized that the adaptation process of a family with two children had already begun during pregnancy. H owever,this period changes have some particularities, when compared to the changes after the baby’s birth. Besides, the interactions and familyrelationships during pregnancy may play an important role on familys’ adaptation after the second child’s birth.Uniterms: family dynamics; pregnancy; child. 1 Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Instituto de Psicologia. R. Ramiro Barcelos, 2600, Bloco 111, 90035-003, Porto Ale gre, RS, Brasil. Correspondenciapara/

Gestação do segundo filho: percepções maternas sobre a reação do primogênito

Abstract The present study investigated mothers’ perceptions regarding the reaction of the firstborn to the pregnancy with second child. Eight pregnantwomen, who had one pre-school child and were in the third trimester of pregnancy, participated in the study. A qualitative cont ent analysisof the interviews revealed that the pregnancy and the proximity of childbirth unleashed anxiety and jealousy in the firstborn, accompaniedby demonstrations of joy at the arrival of the sibling. All the children showed attitudes indicative of jealousy, including fea r of losing mothers’attention and affection, as well as signs of aggressiveness towards the mother’s belly. The results suggest that the mother’s p regnancy is anoutstanding event in the life of the firstborn, emphasizing the importance of parental support in this period.Uniterms : Pregnancy. Firstborn. Second child. 1 Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Pro-Reitoria de Assuntos Estudantis. Av. Roraima, 1000, Cidade Universitaria, Camobi, 97105-900, Santa Maria, RS,Brasil. Correspondencia para/Correspondence to: C.R.R. FERREIRA.

Rivalidade fraterna: uma proposta de definição conceitual

Sibling rivalry: Proposing a conceptual definition . Sibling rivalry can be thought as a normal and, perhaps, daily experience for children. Despite its relevance for sibling relationship and for family functioning as a whole, the concept of sibling rivalry lacks a clear and shared definition in the scientific community, being confused and used simultaneously with the notions of conflict, jealousy and competition. This article presents a literature review on the theme of sibling rivalry, questioning its conceptual definition. While the definition of jealousy seems to appear more clearly in the international literature, the same is not true for the concept of sibling rivalry. Due to the complexity of conceptions involved in sibling relationship, a comprehensive understanding of the concept of sibling rivalry, that includes jealousy manifestations and sibling competition,

She sees in you the world: the experience of motherhood for the first time

The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis.The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis. 1 Endereço para correspondência: Av. Roraima 1000, Prédio 74B, Sala 3206A, CEP 97105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brasil. E-mail: edi.zanatta@hotmail.com Zanatta, E., Pereira, C. R. R. 960 Two thematic categories – “Tested positive: I’m pregnant” and Mother-infant relationship: a process of discovery – were identifi ed through content analysis. The results indicated the presence of feelings such as joy, denial, surprise and anguish at the confi rmation of pregnancy. The gestational period was marked by emotional instability, irritability, besides feelings of insecurity about motherhood. With regard to the mother-child relationship, this was described by mothers as a rewarding and loving experience. Furthermore, there was recognition of the diffi culties and duties involved with motherhood. Finally, the fi rst experience of motherhood is highlighted as an intense moment in a woman’s life, during which is important to count on the support of people she trusts and with whom she feels safe.

Ela Enxerga em Ti o Mundo: A Experiência da Maternidade pela Primeira Vez

The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis.The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis. 1 Endereço para correspondência: Av. Roraima 1000, Prédio 74B, Sala 3206A, CEP 97105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brasil. E-mail: edi.zanatta@hotmail.com Zanatta, E., Pereira, C. R. R. 960 Two thematic categories – “Tested positive: I’m pregnant” and Mother-infant relationship: a process of discovery – were identifi ed through content analysis. The results indicated the presence of feelings such as joy, denial, surprise and anguish at the confi rmation of pregnancy. The gestational period was marked by emotional instability, irritability, besides feelings of insecurity about motherhood. With regard to the mother-child relationship, this was described by mothers as a rewarding and loving experience. Furthermore, there was recognition of the diffi culties and duties involved with motherhood. Finally, the fi rst experience of motherhood is highlighted as an intense moment in a woman’s life, during which is important to count on the support of people she trusts and with whom she feels safe.

Ella ve en ti el mundo: la experiencia de la maternidad por primera vez

The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis.The arrival of the fi rst child is characterized as a period of many changes in women’s lives. At a psychological level, it is highlighted the emotional aspects involved with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and mother-infant relationship. This study aimed to investigate maternal feelings about pregnancy, birth and the mother-infant relationship in women who experienced motherhood for the fi rst time. Six fi rst-time mothers whose babies were aged seven to twelve months and who were participants in the Children’s Program at a Basic Health Unit of a city in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul took part in this study. The data originated from semi-structured interviews were submitted to a qualitative analysis. 1 Endereço para correspondência: Av. Roraima 1000, Prédio 74B, Sala 3206A, CEP 97105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brasil. E-mail: edi.zanatta@hotmail.com Zanatta, E., Pereira, C. R. R. 960 Two thematic categories – “Tested positive: I’m pregnant” and Mother-infant relationship: a process of discovery – were identifi ed through content analysis. The results indicated the presence of feelings such as joy, denial, surprise and anguish at the confi rmation of pregnancy. The gestational period was marked by emotional instability, irritability, besides feelings of insecurity about motherhood. With regard to the mother-child relationship, this was described by mothers as a rewarding and loving experience. Furthermore, there was recognition of the diffi culties and duties involved with motherhood. Finally, the fi rst experience of motherhood is highlighted as an intense moment in a woman’s life, during which is important to count on the support of people she trusts and with whom she feels safe.

Rivalidade fraterna durante a gestação materna do segundo filho: manifestações e estratégias de manejo

Sibling rivalry can be considered a normal experience among children. The present study investigated maternal impressions about sibling rivalry expressed by firstborns during their second pregnancy. The study included 24 pregnant women fromPorto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, who were in their last trimester of pregnancy and already had a child aged from two to six years. The qualitative content analysis, based on a semi-structured interview, revealed a vast number of reports regarding sibling rivalry, which was manifested through aggression directed at the unborn baby/ mothers belly, fear of losing parents love/attention, and fear of invasion of personal space. At the same time that they identified themselves with the unborn babies, in order to deal with this rivalry, firstborns tried to belittle their unborn siblings. The expectant mothers made an effort to teach their first-born child to share and to prevent jealous feelings.

Sibling rivalry: proposing a conceptual definition

Sibling rivalry: Proposing a conceptual definition . Sibling rivalry can be thought as a normal and, perhaps, daily experience for children. Despite its relevance for sibling relationship and for family functioning as a whole, the concept of sibling rivalry lacks a clear and shared definition in the scientific community, being confused and used simultaneously with the notions of conflict, jealousy and competition. This article presents a literature review on the theme of sibling rivalry, questioning its conceptual definition. While the definition of jealousy seems to appear more clearly in the international literature, the same is not true for the concept of sibling rivalry. Due to the complexity of conceptions involved in sibling relationship, a comprehensive understanding of the concept of sibling rivalry, that includes jealousy manifestations and sibling competition,

Rivalidad fraterna: una propuesta de definición conceptual

Sibling rivalry: Proposing a conceptual definition . Sibling rivalry can be thought as a normal and, perhaps, daily experience for children. Despite its relevance for sibling relationship and for family functioning as a whole, the concept of sibling rivalry lacks a clear and shared definition in the scientific community, being confused and used simultaneously with the notions of conflict, jealousy and competition. This article presents a literature review on the theme of sibling rivalry, questioning its conceptual definition. While the definition of jealousy seems to appear more clearly in the international literature, the same is not true for the concept of sibling rivalry. Due to the complexity of conceptions involved in sibling relationship, a comprehensive understanding of the concept of sibling rivalry, that includes jealousy manifestations and sibling competition,