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Because telling the client that she will feel better soon is dismissive and unrealistic. It does not address the underlying causes of PPD or offer any coping strategies.

Because advising the client to ignore her feelings is harmful and counterproductive.It may worsen the symptoms of PPD and increase the risk of complications.

Because telling the client that she is overreacting is insensitive and judgmental. It may make the client feel guilty and ashamed of her feelings and discourage her from seeking help.

It reflects anxiety and uncertainty about the maternal role, which may interfere with the bonding process.

It shows a lack of confidence and commitment to the maternal role, which may affect the development of maternal identity.

It focuses on the external aspects of preparing for the baby, rather than the internal process of adapting to the maternal role.

It reflects the anticipatory stage of maternal role attainment, which occurs during pregnancy.In this stage, the woman experiences social and psychological adaptation to the maternal role and prepares for the birth of her baby.

It reflects the informal stage of maternal role attainment, which occurs after the formal stage.

In this stage, the mother develops confidence and competence in caring for her baby by following her own instincts and preferences.She may modify or reject the advice of others and become more independent.

It reflects a lack of understanding of any stage of maternal role attainment.It suggests that the mother has low self-esteem and self-efficacy in her maternal role and may need more support and education.

It reflects feelings of guilt and inadequacy, which are common in the formal stage of maternal role attainment.In this stage, the mother follows the rules and expectations of others and may feel overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood.

It expresses a sense of competence and flexibility, which are characteristic of the informal stage of maternal role attainment.In this stage, the mother adapts to the needs and cues of her baby and develops her own style of mothering.

It shows doubt and uncertainty, which are typical of the anticipatory stage of maternal role attainment.In this stage, the mother prepares for the maternal role during pregnancy and learns from various sources.