What I (would have) needed - Mothers' views on determinants of postpartum depressive symptom remission

Synthesized from the resulting themes, a five-stage recovery process was identified: realization of symptoms, acceptance, recognizing the need for help, knowledge, and receiving help. This study highlights the key factors in PPD recovery from the perspective of affected women, providing insights to inform and improve postpartum care. The results can help staff visualize the process, which makes them better equipped to support the women effectively.