Association of Self-Rated Health in Pregnancy With Maternal Childhood Experiences, Socioeconomic Status, Parity, and Choice of Antenatal Care Providers: Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

During pregnancy, self-rated health (SRH) and self-rated mental health (SRMH) are key indicators of health status and predictors of future health care needs. The relationship between pregnant women's health perceptions and their choice of antenatal care providers, midwives, or general practitioners (GPs) is not known. Factors like childhood experiences and socioeconomic status are important determinants of health throughout life. Understanding these health determinants can help health care providers better address the diverse needs of pregnant women.

Objective

This study aims to assess how SRH and SRMH during pregnancy are associated with maternal childhood experiences, socioeconomic status, parity, and antenatal care provided by midwives or GPs.

Methods

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SUBMITTER: Austad B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12151455 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature