The effect of COVID-19 on women's experiences of pregnancy, birth and postpartum in Indonesia: a rapid online survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The interrelationship of psychological and social factors in the current COVID-19 pandemic has been highlighted in research mainly focused on the global north. The impact of lockdowns can exacerbate psychological distress and affect access to services. Less is known about the psychosocial impact on women in the context of lower-middle income countries (LMICs); the aim of this study was to capture the impact of COVID-19 on women's experiences of pregnancy, birth and postpartum in Indonesia.

Methods

We conducted a rapid cross-sectional online survey of women across all 34 provinces in Indonesia to capture participants' experiences. Data were collected between 10th July to 9th August 2020 including demographics, effects on general and mental health and impact on serv

SUBMITTER: McGowan L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10150340 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature