1Department of Early Childhood Education, Gachon University 2Sesalmaul Research Center, Gachon University
Corresponding Author:
Su Kyoung Kang ,Tel: +82-31-750-8708, Fax: +82-31-750-8632, Email: skkang-01@hanmail.net
Received: January 27, 2012; Revised: February 8, 2012 Accepted: April 4, 2012.
ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between marital quality and parent-fetal attachment. The sample included 395 pregnant women and 251 spouses who participated in Pregnant Education Programs. We analyzed the data which were collected by means of a questionnaire from September to November, 2011. The results were summarized as follows: The total marital quality level of pregnant couples was above the average and parent- fetal attachment levels were very high. Result indicated a difference in pregnant women and spouses regarding marital quality and parent-fetal attachment. The pregnant woman’s marital quality and parent characteristics (planned pregnant, pregnancy period, birth order) had a significant correlation with parent-fetal attachment. The higher effective communication and conflict resolution regarding marital quality were, the higher parent-fetal attachment was.
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