Technology, intimacy and motherhood

Susi Ferrarello
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This article explores the challenges faced by women in maintaining intimacy before and after pregnancy, including Female Sexual Dysfunction (FMA), Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD), and psycho-physical issues during the fourth trimester. A comprehensive overview is provided on how both direct and indirect technology can either facilitate or hinder the recovery of intimacy in this context. Specifically, the role of ultrasound technology is examined, highlighting its positive impact on FMA while acknowledging its potential negative effects when technicians lack training in perinatal mental health. The potential of Mobile Health (Mhealth) and its tools, such as wearables, econsultations, and Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET), in reaching women in underserved areas is discussed. However, concerns are raised regarding the risk of poor quality information dissemination and the potential for self-medicating attempts or inadequate preventive care associated with these technologies. Additionally, the significance of phone apps and online forums in women's lives is reviewed, with cautionary notes regarding the lack of information concerning the healing process of the fourth trimester, the risk of data breaches, and the dissemination of low-quality information. This analysis underscores the importance of considering the potential benefits and risks of technology in supporting women's intimate health before and after pregnancy.
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