Maternal stress during pregnancy and gestational duration: A cohort study from the Danish National Birth Cohort.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preterm birth is one of the most important contributors to neonatal mortality and morbidity. Experiencing stress during pregnancy may increase the risk of adverse birth outcomes, including preterm birth. This association has been observed in previous studies, but differences in measures used limit comparability.

Objective

The objective of the study was to investigate the association between two measures of maternal stress during pregnancy, life stress and emotional distress, and gestation duration.

Methods

Women recruited in the Danish National Birth Cohort from 1996 to 2002, who provided information on their stress level during pregnancy and expecting a singleton baby, were included in the study. We assessed the associations between the level of life stres

SUBMITTER: Bergeron J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10087198 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature