Pregnancy and Childbirth in Neurodivergent Women: Shift Towards Personalized Maternity Care.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDs), including autism spectrum disorder and related conditions, are increasingly recognized among women of reproductive age, yet their unique needs during pregnancy and childbirth remain poorly studied. Communication differences, sensory sensitivities, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions may complicate maternity care, leading to higher risks of adverse outcomes and ethical challenges in clinical practice. This study aimed to examine pregnancy complications, delivery outcomes, and postpartum characteristics in women with NDs, compared with a control group, and to identify specific barriers in perinatal care. Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted at the National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecol

SUBMITTER: Avdeeva AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12653929 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature