Providing focused activities and targeted education during the pre and postnatal periods support the development of the mother-infant relationship. Three themes emerged: (1) viewing the fetus as separate from the mother, (2) focused activities on the maternal-infant relationship and (3) targeted educational interventions. Sixteen articles met the inclusion criteria. Five online databases were searched for relevant articles published in English from 2000 to 2021. MethodsĪ scoping review of the research literature was undertaken using the Joanna Briggs Institute framework. The review also sought to understand the types of interventions developed, format and delivery, outcomes measured and if cultural considerations had been incorporated. To explore interventions that have been provided by the midwife which support the development of the maternal-fetal or mother-infant relationship amongst a low-risk population from pregnancy, and up to six weeks postnatal. Midwives are well placed to support the developing relationship between the mother and baby, yet there has been limited research exploring the role of the midwife in this context. Positive early interactions influence the quality of this relationship. The mother-infant relationship is complex and dynamic, informing the psychological development of the infant through bonding and attachment.
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