Food Insecurity and Food Access Among Women in Northern New England During the Perinatal Period

Allen, Sophia; Onsando, W. Moraa; Patel, Ishani; Canavan, Chelsey R.; Dev, Alka

doi:10.1016/j.jogn.2023.06.004

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“…48 Moreover, mothers in the perinatal period have reported multiple barriers to accessing social support programs including lack of awareness and stigma. 49 Our findings indicate that support from social networks and programs are important for accessing food and dietary quality for mothers, which should be explored further.…”

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Nutrition-Related Experiences of Women With Perinatal Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Stott,

Klobodu,

Chiarello

et al. 2023

Journal of Patient Experience

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Women with perinatal depression are at a high risk for unhealthy dietary behaviors but whether the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has exacerbated this risk is unknown. Here we report the findings of a qualitative study exploring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nutrition-related experiences of women with perinatal depression. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, in-depth interviews were conducted with 18 women with a history of perinatal depression and 10 healthcare providers. A semistructured format elicited how food and nutrition-related behaviors of women with perinatal depression were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thematic analysis identified 4 themes related to the COVID-19 pandemic: (1) Adaptations in shopping and cooking behaviors; (2) increases in stress and declines in respite; (3) declines in support and increases in isolation; and (4) low levels of breastfeeding guidance. Our findings confirm the importance of resilience among women with perinatal depression and future research is needed to elucidate the mechanisms connecting resilience and dietary behaviors.

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confidence: 78%

Nutrition-Related Experiences of Women With Perinatal Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Stott,

Klobodu,

Chiarello

et al. 2023

Journal of Patient Experience

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“…It is important to note, however, that nearly 30% of participants indicated that distance from their homes to a full-service grocery store was difficult. Previous studies pointed to transportation as a persistent barrier to healthy food access in low-income communities [ 27 , 28 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

A Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program for Prenatal Patients in Flint, Michigan: Baseline Food Security and Dietary Intake

Saxe-Custack,

LaChance,

Kerver

2024

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Although adequate nutritional status during pregnancy is necessary to support optimal fetal development, many low-income women have poor access to fresh, high-nutrient foods. To address these challenges, a pediatric fruit and vegetable (FV) prescription program was expanded to include pregnant women, providing one prescription for fresh FVs worth 15 US dollars during each prenatal office visit for redemption at farmers’/mobile markets. This analysis describes baseline sociodemographic characteristics, food security, and dietary intake among 253 pregnant women in Flint, Michigan in 2022–23. Dietary recall data were collected and analyzed using the Automated Self-Administered 24-h Tool developed by the US National Cancer Institute, with nutrition output reported in relation to adherence to US Dietary Guidelines. Most participants (mean ± SD age 26.51 ± 4.90 years) identified as African American (53%) and were receiving publicly funded health insurance (66%). Most (75%) reported no food insecurity, yet the majority failed to meet dietary recommendations for whole grains (99.3%), vegetables (93.1%), dairy (93.1%), and fruits (69.4%). Moreover, most did not meet micronutrient recommendations through food sources, including vitamin D (100%), iron (98.6%), folic acid (98.6%), vitamin A (82.6%), calcium (68.8%), and vitamin C (62.5%). Results raise deep concerns regarding diet and nutrition among pregnant women in this US city.

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Intersecting Substance Use Disorder and Unmet Social Needs in Rural Pregnant Women

Allen,

Dev,

Canavan

et al. 2024

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing

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Food Insecurity and Food Access Among Women in Northern New England During the Perinatal Period

Cited by 3 publications

References 29 publications

Nutrition-Related Experiences of Women With Perinatal Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Nutrition-Related Experiences of Women With Perinatal Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

A Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program for Prenatal Patients in Flint, Michigan: Baseline Food Security and Dietary Intake

Intersecting Substance Use Disorder and Unmet Social Needs in Rural Pregnant Women

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