I've Grown a Human, but I Don't Feel Like ‘Me’ Anymore: Body Image Narratives in Early Motherhood in Australia
The results highlight the influence of societal thin ideals on mothers' eating attitudes, the crucial role of support networks serving as protective factors against body image concerns, and the need for enhanced education and preparation to guide women through this transformative period. SO WHAT?: The findings shed light on the lived experiences of postpartum women, providing valuable insights into the complex interplay of body image, eating attitudes, and self-care practices, sharing information for healthcare and support interventions, aiming to improve overall health and well-being for mothers.
Authors
- Kathryn Bolton (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4653-4548)
- Ruby Grant (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3007-0168)
- Megan Lee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7531-5312)
- KA Burke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9376-965X)
- Jodie Muldoon (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-7979-4546)
- Sofia McAuley
- Michayla Allan
Institutions
- Bond University (AU)
- The University of Queensland (AU)
- University of Wollongong (AU)
- South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (AU)
- Central Queensland University (AU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Health Promotion Journal of Australia
- Published
- 2025-03-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.70034
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 6.92
Funders
- Bond University