The relatıonshıp between pregnant women's anxıety levels about coronavırus and prenatal attachment

Koyucu, Refika Genç; Aksu, Sevde

doi:10.1016/j.apnu.2021.12.001

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“…Prenatal maternal distress has been associated with impaired fetal neurological development and increased risk of mental health problems in later life [17]. It is also thought that anxiety during the pandemic may have been further increased in mothers of high-risk pregnancies [18], with a resultant negative impact on prenatal bonding demonstrated [19].…”

Section: Parent-fetal Bonding During Covid-19mentioning

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The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on UK parent experiences of pregnancy ultrasound scans and parent-fetal bonding: A mixed methods analysis

et al. 2023

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Introduction Companionship in antenatal care is important for facilitating positive parental experiences. During the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions on partner attendance at fetal ultrasound scans were introduced nationally to minimise transmission of the virus. This study aimed to explore the effect of these restrictions on maternal and paternal experiences of pregnancy scans and evaluate their potential effect on parent-fetal bonding. Methods A UK-wide, anonymous cross-sectional survey was completed by new and expectant parents (n = 714) who had, or were awaiting a pregnancy scan during the COVID-19 pandemic. The CORE-10 and an adapted version of the Prenatal Attachment Inventory were used to evaluate psychological distress and prenatal bonding. Additional survey questions captured parental experiences of scans. Separate statistical and thematic analyses of the data were undertaken. A joint display matrix was used to facilitate integration of quantitative and qualitative claims to generate a comprehensive interpretation of study findings. Findings When fathers did not attend the scan, feelings of excitement and satisfaction were significantly reduced (p<0.001) and feelings of anxiety increased (p<0.001) in both parents. Mothers were concerned about receiving unexpected news alone and fathers felt excluded from the scan. Mean paternal bonding (38.22, SD 10.73) was significantly lower compared to mothers (47.01, SD 7.67) although no difference was demonstrated between those who had attended the scan and those who had not. CORE-10 scores suggested low-to-mild levels of psychological distress, although the mean difference between mothers and fathers was not significant. Key themes described both parents’ sense of loss for their desired pregnancy scan experience and reflected on sonographers’ central role in providing parent-centred care during scans. Conclusion Restrictions on partner attendance at scans during the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative effect on parental experiences of antenatal imaging. Provision of parent-centred care, which is inclusive of partners, is essential for improved parental experiences.

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Section: Parent-fetal Bonding During Covid-19mentioning

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The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on UK parent experiences of pregnancy ultrasound scans and parent-fetal bonding: A mixed methods analysis

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“…Whilst the influence of parental employment (e.g., unemployed or part-time working) to enhance bonding was not further qualified, it may be that parents in full-time employment have reduced cognitive capacity to engage in imaginative practices which are essential to facilitate the developing bond, as they may be preoccupied with procedural and operational aspects of their work [ 68 ]. A similar explanation relating to cognitive capacity was proffered pertaining to the negative effect of anxiety related to COVID-19 pandemic on parent-fetal bonding [ 69 ], where it was argued that increasing preoccupation with pandemic-related anxiety in mothers decreased their capability to think about the baby [ 70 ].…”

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The influence of antenatal imaging on prenatal bonding in uncomplicated pregnancies: a mixed methods analysis

Skelton,

Cromb,

Smith

et al. 2024

BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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Background Prenatal bonding describes the emotional connection expectant parents form to their unborn child. Research acknowledges the association between antenatal imaging and enhanced bonding, but the influencing factors are not well understood, particularly for fathers or when using advanced techniques like fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This study aimed to identify variables which may predict increased bonding after imaging. Methods First-time expectant parents (mothers = 58, fathers = 18) completed a two-part questionnaire (QualtricsXM™) about their expectations and experiences of ultrasound (n = 64) or fetal MRI (n = 12) scans in uncomplicated pregnancies. A modified version of the Prenatal Attachment Inventory (PAI) was used to measure bonding. Qualitative data were collected through open-ended questions. Multivariate linear regression models were used to identify significant parent and imaging predictors for bonding. Qualitative content analysis of free-text responses was conducted to further understand the predictors’ influences. Results Bonding scores were significantly increased after imaging for mothers and fathers (p < 0.05). MRI-parents reported significantly higher bonding than ultrasound-parents (p = 0.02). In the first regression model of parent factors (adjusted R2 = 0.17, F = 2.88, p < 0.01), employment status (β = -0.38, p < 0.05) was a significant predictor for bonding post-imaging. The second model of imaging factors (adjusted R2 = 0.19, F = 3.85, p < 0.01) showed imaging modality (β = -0.53), imaging experience (β = 0.42) and parental excitement after the scan (β = 0.29) were significantly (p < 0.05) associated with increased bonding. Seventeen coded themes were generated from the qualitative content analysis, describing how scans offered reassurance about fetal wellbeing and the opportunity to connect with the baby through quality interactions with imaging professionals. A positive scan experience helped parents to feel excited about parenthood. Fetal MRI was considered a superior modality to ultrasound. Conclusions Antenatal imaging provides reassurance of fetal development which affirms parents’ emotional investment in the pregnancy and supports the growing connection. Imaging professionals are uniquely positioned to provide parent-centred experiences which may enhance parental excitement and facilitate bonding.

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“…Ibu yang sudah mempunyai pengalaman melahirkan sebelumnya merasa akan merasa aman ketika mengikuti kelas prenatal virtual karena mendapatkan asuhan antenatal yang lebih baik (Rimsza et al, 2021). Primigravida mempunyai kecemasan lebih tinggi dibandingkan multigravida karena belum mempunyai pengalaman melahirkan sebelumnya sehingga belum mengetahui risiko yang dapat menyebabkan komplikasi selama masa kehamilan, persalinan, maupun masa nifas (Karaca et al, 2022). Namun kecemasan pada primigravida juga tergantung kesiapan fisik dan psikologi ibu hamil (Uguz et al, 2022).…”

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Peningkatan Imunitas Ibu Hamil Selama Pandemi

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Astuti

2022

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Abstrak: Selama pandemi ibu hamil termasuk kelompok rentan terhadap COVID-19 karena mengalami penurunan sistem imun sehingga diperlukan upaya pencegahan COVID-19 dengan olahraga melakukan prenatal gentle yoga dan meningkatkan kualitas tidur. Hasil survei kasus COVID-19 pertama ditemukan di Puskesmas Kabila sehingga menyebabkan ibu hamil yang ada di Puskesmas Kabila mengalami kecemasan (1). Penyebabnya karena kurangnya pengetahuan tentang COVID-19. Selama pandemi kelas prenatal ditiadakan dan juga Puskesmas Kabila belum pernah melakukan kelas prenatal secara virtual sehingga ibu hamil tidak bisa melakukan olahraga. Ibu hamil di Puskesmas Kabila juga belum mengetahui tentang prenatal gentle yoga. Tujuannya untuk mengurangi kecemasan selama pandemi dengan meningkatkan pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang COVID-19 dan meningkatkan imunitas melalui prenatal gentle yoga (2). Metodenya dengan pemberian materi dan praktik melalui kelas prenatal virtual pada 70 ibu hamil. Pencegahan COVID-19 juga dilakukan dengan memberikan masker, handshop, handsanitizer dan termometer digital (3). Hasil yang didapat berdasarkan evaluasi kuesioner tentang pengetahuan dan kualitas tidur 93% ibu hamil mempunyai pengetahuan yang baik tentang COVID-19 dan 97% ibu hamil mempunyai kualitas istirahat dengan waktu yang cukup (4).Abstract: During the pandemic, pregnant women are among the vulnerable groups to COVID-19 because they experience a decrease in the immune system, so efforts to prevent COVID-19 by doing gentle prenatal yoga and improving sleep quality are needed. The results of the first COVID-19 case survey were found at the Kabila Health Center, causing pregnant women in the Kabila Health Center to experience anxiety (1). The cause is due to lack of knowledge about COVID-19. During the pandemic, prenatal classes were abolished and also the Kabila Health Center had never conducted prenatal classes virtually so that pregnant women could not do sports. Pregnant women at the Kabila Health Center also do not know about prenatal gentle yoga. The goal is to reduce anxiety during the pandemic by increasing pregnant women's knowledge about COVID-19 and increasing immunity through gentle prenatal yoga (2). The method is by providing material and practice through virtual prenatal classes for 70 pregnant women. Prevention of COVID-19 is also carried out by providing masks, hand shops, hand sanitisers and digital thermometers (3). The results obtained based on the evaluation of the questionnaire about knowledge and sleep quality 93% of pregnant women have good knowledge about COVID-19 and 97% of pregnant women have quality rest with sufficient time (4).

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The relatıonshıp between pregnant women's anxıety levels about coronavırus and prenatal attachment

Cited by 9 publications

References 29 publications

The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on UK parent experiences of pregnancy ultrasound scans and parent-fetal bonding: A mixed methods analysis

The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on UK parent experiences of pregnancy ultrasound scans and parent-fetal bonding: A mixed methods analysis

The influence of antenatal imaging on prenatal bonding in uncomplicated pregnancies: a mixed methods analysis

Peningkatan Imunitas Ibu Hamil Selama Pandemi

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