The dependent-independent phase of maternal adjustment to parenthood is characterized by all of the following except:

1. mothers feel fatigue is their major physical concern.
2. having passed taking-in, mothers want to take charge.
3. mothers may be dealing with postpartum depression.
4. mothers stay focused out of necessity on themselves and meeting basic needs.


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1. Incorrect. Fatigue is the major physical problem for mothers in this phase.
2. Incorrect. Mothers are ready to take charge in this phase.
3. Incorrect. "Baby blues" can sometimes be a concern in this phase.
4. Correct. Mothers in this phase still need nurturing and acceptance, but they are focused on care of the baby and becoming competent at mothering tasks.

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