This paper summarizes the theoretical framework, hypotheses, methodology, findings and
conclusions of an article authored
by K.I. Armstrong, J.A. Fraser, M.R. Dadds and J. Morris (1999), entitled "A Randomized, Controlled Trial of Nurse Home Visiting to Vulnerable Families with Newborns". The article speaks about mother-child attachment during the postpartum period in families where children are substantially at risk for poor health and development outcomes. Following the
presented summary, an analysis is presented of both the positive features and the limitations of the conducted research. The findings and
conclusions of the article are also related to the practice of midwifery.