Is she experiencing pleasure when interacting with her infant? What interferes with the enjoyment? Does she speak to the baby frequently and affectionately? Does she call him or her by name? Does she point out family traits or characteristics she sees in the newborn? Are there any cultural factors that might modify the mother’s response? For instance, is it customary for the grandmother to assume most of the childcare responsibilities while the mother recovers from childbirth?

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