What represents a typical progression through the phases of a woman's establishing a relationship with the fetus?
a. Accepts the fetus as distinct from herself—accepts the biologic fact of pregnancy—has a feeling of caring and responsibility
b. Fantasizes about the child's gender and personality—views the child as part of herself—becomes introspective
c. Views the child as part of herself—has feelings of well-being—accepts the biologic fact of pregnancy
d. "I am pregnant."—"I am going to have a baby."—"I am going to be a mother."
ANS: D
The woman first centers on herself as pregnant, then on the baby as an entity separate from herself, and then on her responsibilities as a mother. The expressions, "I am pregnant," "I am going to have a baby," and "I am going to be a mother" sum up the progression through the three phases.
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