Frequency and source of worries in an International sample of pregnant and postpartum women during the Covid-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pregnant and postpartum women face unique challenges and concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus far, no studies have explored the factors associated with increased levels of worry in this population globally. The current study sought to assess the frequency and sources of worry during the COVID-19 pandemic in an international sample of pregnant and postpartum women.

Methods

We conducted an anonymous, online, cross-sectional survey in 64 countries between May and June 2020. The survey was available in 12 languages and hosted on the Pregistry platform for COVID-19 studies. Participants were sought mainly on social media platforms and online parenting forums. The survey included questions related to demographics, level of worry, support, stress, COVID-19 exposur

SUBMITTER: Wyszynski DF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8586614 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature