Journals / Balkan Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi / 2026 / Cilt: 5 Sayı: 1

Examination of the Emotional Well-Being of a Mother Who Experienced Preterm Birth According to the Deck Chair Theory: A Case Report

Preterm Doğum Yapan Annenin Duygusal İyi Oluş Halinin Deck Chair Teorisine Göre İncelenmesi: Olgu Sunumu

Meltem Özkaya(AKDENİZ ÜNİVERSİTESİ)0000-0002-1004-6040
Öznur Körükcü(AKDENİZ ÜNİVERSİTESİ)0000-0001-5840-9114
Pages
30–36
Publication Date
2026-03-24
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In conclusion, this case report, examined within the framework of the Deck Chair Theory, demonstrates that providing professional care and social support to mothers who experience preterm birth strengthens their emotional adjustment and contributes positively to the postpartum care process.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Aim: The Deck Chair Theory, developed by Jean Ball in 1987, identifies that postpartum well-being is influenced by three main factors: the mother’s personality, support from family and social environment, and professional support from healthcare providers.
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Key Findings & Data:However, continuous support from her spouse and family demonstrated that her social support system was strong.
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Conclusion & Impact:In conclusion, this case report, examined within the framework of the Deck Chair Theory, demonstrates that providing professional care and social support to mothers who experience preterm birth strengthens their emotional adjustment and contributes positively to the postpartum care process.
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⚙️Variables:Deck Chair Teorisi · duygusal iyi oluş · preterm doğum

Abstract

Aim: The Deck Chair Theory, developed by Jean Ball in 1987, identifies that postpartum well-being is influenced by three main factors: the mother’s personality, support from family and social environment, and professional support from healthcare providers. This case report was prepared to examine the emotional well-being of a mother who gave birth prematurely and whose newborn was diagnosed with a teratoma, based on the Deck Chair Theory. Method: This case report was designed to qualitatively evaluate the postpartum experiences of a mother who gave birth prematurely and whose newborn was diagnosed with a teratoma. Data were collected through observations made during the mother’s early postpartum weeks, nursing notes, and semi-structured interviews conducted with the mother. Results: The study revealed that the mother, who had experienced two previous pregnancy losses and gave birth prematurely to a baby diagnosed with a teratoma, initially felt guilt, anxiety, and inadequacy in the early postpartum period. However, continuous support from her spouse and family demonstrated that her social support system was strong. Counseling provided by healthcare professionals on breastfeeding, breast massage, and milk expression training contributed to the mother’s physiological relaxation and helped her assume her maternal role. During her hospital stay, her motivation was enhanced, communication with healthcare staff was strengthened, and her active participation in the care process facilitated the restoration of her emotional balance. Conclusion: In addition to the supportive role of healthcare professionals, the Deck Chair Theory highlights the crucial role of family and social support. The support G. received from her spouse and family starting from pregnancy alleviated her emotional burden in the postpartum period. In conclusion, this case report, examined within the framework of the Deck Chair Theory, demonstrates that providing professional care and social support to mothers who experience preterm birth strengthens their emotional adjustment and contributes positively to the postpartum care process.

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Amaç: Deck Chair Teorisi, Jean Ball tarafından 1987 yılında doğum sonrası iyilik halini annenin kişiliği, aile ve sosyal çevreden gelen destek ve sağlık profesyonelleri tarafından annenin desteklenmesi şeklinde üç faktörün etkilediği belirlemiş ve Deck Chair Teorisi’ni geliştirmiştir. Bu olgu sunumu, preterm doğum yapan ve bebeğinde teratom bulunan annenin doğum sonu dönemde duygusal iyi oluş halinin Deck Chair Teorisi’ne göre hazırlanmıştır. Yöntem: Bu olgu sunumu, preterm doğum yapan ve yenidoğanında teratom tanısı bulunan bir annenin doğum sonrası dönemdeki deneyimlerinin nitel olarak değerlendirilmesi amacıyla hazırlanmıştır. Veriler, annenin doğum sonrası ilk haftalarında yapılan gözlemler, hemşirelik notları ve anne ile yapılan yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmeler aracılığıyla toplanmıştır. Bulgular: Bu çalışmada, iki gebelik kaybı sonrası preterm doğum yapan ve bebeğinde teratom bulunan annenin doğum sonrası ilk günlerde suçluluk, kaygı ve yetersizlik yaşadığı belirlenirken bununla birlikte eş ve aile desteğinin sürekli olması sosyal desteğinin güçlü olduğunu göstermektedir. Sağlık personeli tarafından verilen emzirme danışmanlığı, meme masajı, süt sağmaya yönelik eğitim annenin fizyolojik olarak rahatlamasını ve bebeği için annelik rolü üstlenmesine imkan sağlamıştır. Hastanede kaldığı süre boyunca annenin motivasyonu arttırılarak sağlık personeliyle iletişimi güçlendirilmiş ve bakım sürecine istekli katılım sağlayarak duygusal dengesinin yeniden kurulması sağlanmıştır. Sonuç: Sağlık personelinin destekleyici rolünün yanı sıra Deck Chair Teorisi’nde aile ve sosyal desteğinde önemli bir rolü bulunmaktadır. Gebelikten itibaren eşinden ve ailesinden aldığı destek G. Hanım’ın doğum sonu dönemde duygusal yükünün hafiflemesinde etkili olmuştur. Sonuç olarak Deck Chair Teorisi çerçevesinde incelenen bu olgu sunumunda, preterm doğum yapan annelere doğum sonrası profesyonel bakım ve sosyal destek verilmesi annelerin duygusal uyumunu güçlendirdiği ve doğum sonrası bakım sürecine katkı sağladığı gözlenmiştir.

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Özkaya, M., Körükcü, Ö. (2026). Examination of the Emotional Well-Being of a Mother Who Experienced Preterm Birth According to the Deck Chair Theory: A Case Report. Balkan Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi, Cilt: 5 Sayı: 1, 30–36. https://doi.org/10.61830/balkansbd.1842055

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