Experiences of Food-Insecure Pregnant Women and Factors Influencing Their Food Choices.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Food insecurity (FI), an inadequate access to healthy, affordable food, is a public health concern primarily driven by material hardship. Optimal antenatal nutrition promotes best health outcomes for the mother and baby. Pregnant women experiencing FI are less able to access healthy foods, increasing the risk of complications such as gestational diabetes and preterm labour. Little is known about the experiences of food-insecure pregnant women in obtaining sufficient, nutritious food, their perceptions regarding antenatal nutrition and how this contributes to their food choices.

Methods

This qualitative study conducted from August to November 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, examined the experiences and coping strategies of food-insecure pregnant women, and th

SUBMITTER: Zinga J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9034444 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature