A woman is in her second trimester of pregnancy. Which behaviors by the woman's family or friends would best indicate to the nurse that they are accepting the unborn child?
A.
An older sibling is talking about "my baby brother or sister."
B.
Close friends throw a baby shower for the expectant mother.
C.
Immediate family members express delight over the pregnancy.
D.
The parents state that no matter what the gender, they will love the baby.
ANS: A
Accepting the unborn child is critical to adjusting successfully to the pregnancy. For this woman in her second trimester, having immediate family members begin relating to the unborn child is consistent with their place in the family. A sibling talking about being a big sister or big brother to the new baby is an example. In the first trimester friends and family need to accept the pregnancy and unborn child. In the third trimester, the woman must develop unconditional acceptance of the child.
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