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As the early postpartum period represents a time of increased risk for OCD development, the transition to parenthood provides a unique opportunity to better understand OCD development. <jats:bold>Aims:<\/jats:bold> The purpose of this study was to assess components of cognitive behavioural conceptualizations of postpartum OCD in relation to new mothers\u2019 thoughts of infant-related harm. <jats:bold>Method:<\/jats:bold> English-speaking pregnant women (<jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic> = 100) participated. Questionnaires were completed at approximately 36 weeks of gestation, and at 4 and 12 weeks postpartum. An interview to assess postpartum harm thoughts was administered at 4 and 12 weeks postpartum. Questionnaires assessed OC symptoms, OC-related beliefs, fatigue, sleep difficulties and negative mood. <jats:bold>Results:<\/jats:bold> Prenatal OC-related beliefs predicted postpartum OC symptoms, as well as harm thought characteristics and behavioural responses to harm thoughts. 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