Pregnancy variables that impact postpartum quality of life: a multicenter prospective study.

ABSTRACT: Postpartum quality of life is a multidimensional variable regarding a woman's own assessment of her health, which frequently deteriorates after childbirth. To identify the physical, cognitive, emotional, cultural and/or social factors present during pregnancy that are most related to postpartum Quality of Life (QoL). A team of experts identified some factors that could influence the experience of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. A longitudinal study was carried out in the public health service of the Basque Country. Participants were recruited consecutively and through peer snowball sampling. During pregnancy, were evaluated anxiety (STAI), depression (EPDS), coping style (NuPCI), self-efficacy (CBSEI), fear of childbirth (WEQ-A), partner support (PSEQ) and substance use (EMAeHealth);

SUBMITTER: Artieta-Pinedo I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12378199 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature