Submission Date
8-4-2025
Document Type
Entry Level Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
First Mentor
Mrs. Patricia Prime PCD, CLC, CPST, RN
Second Mentor
Dr. Brittaney Sargent, OTD, OTR/L, BCB-PMD
Abstract
This capstone project focused on supporting mothers and infants during the prenatal and postpartum periods through a blend of occupational therapy, doula practices, and lactation support. The project investigated how occupational therapists can work with other maternal professionals to promote maternal recovery and overall wellbeing. This capstone project addresses this gap by implementing a brief, occupation-based screening tool that can be used by lactation consultants, maternal health professionals, and home health providers to identify clients who may benefit from occupational therapy services
NSUWorks Citation
Cedrica Durham. 2025. Supporting the Fourth Trimester: An Occupational Therapy Approach to Maternal Function and Recovery. Capstone. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, . (186)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_ot_capstone/186.