Understanding Of Pregnant Women Research Articles

Weight development from childhood to motherhood—embodied experiences in women with pre-pregnancy obesity: a qualitative study

BackgroundPre-pregnancy obesity increases the risk of perinatal complications. Post-pregnancy is a time of preparation for the next pregnancy and lifestyle advice in antenatal care and postpartum follow-up is therefore recommended. However, behavioral changes are difficult to achieve, and a better understanding of pregnant women’s perspectives and experiences of pre-pregnancy weight development is crucial.MethodsWe used a qualitative design and conducted semi-structured interviews with 14 women in Norway with pre-pregnancy obesity 3–12 months postpartum. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis.ResultsFour themes addressing women’s experiences and understanding of their weight development were generated: (1) Unmet essential needs, (2) Genetic predisposition for obesity, challenging life course transitions and turning points, (3) Under a critical eye: an ever-present negative bodily awareness, and (4) Wrestling with food. Parents’ inability to meet children’s essential needs caused weight gain through an unbalanced diet, increased stress, and emotional eating patterns. Body criticism and a feeling of not belonging led to negative body awareness that influenced behavioral patterns and relationships. Participants reporting having had a good childhood more often described their weight development as a result of genetic predisposition, challenging life course transitions and turning points, such as illness and injuries. Nevertheless, these participants also described how eating patterns were influenced by stress and negative emotions.ConclusionsHealthcare providers should pay attention to the insider perspectives of pre-pregnancy weight development. An open and shared understanding of the root causes of these women’s weight development can form a basis for more successful lifestyle guidance.

Analysis of Efforts to Improve the Quality of Health in Kampung Sayang Ibu Anak through Exclusive Breastfeeding Ambassadors and Women's Reproductive Health in Kiarapedes Village, Purwakarta Regency, Indonesia

Kampung Sayang Ibu Anak (KSIA) is a program that aims to improve the quality of maternal and child health. One of the efforts made in KSIA is through the role of ambassador for breastfeeding and women's reproductive health. This research aims to analyze efforts to improve the quality of KSIA health through breastfeeding and women's reproductive health ambassadors in Kiarapedes Village, Purwakarta Regency, Indonesia. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. The data collection techniques used were in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The research results show that efforts to improve the quality of KSIA health through breastfeeding and women's reproductive health ambassadors in Kiarapedes Village have gone well. Ambassadors for breastfeeding and women's reproductive health have played an active role in providing education, counseling and assistance to pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and adolescent girls. The education and counseling provided by breastfeeding and women's reproductive health ambassadors has increased the knowledge and understanding of pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and adolescent girls about exclusive breastfeeding and women's reproductive health. In addition, the assistance provided by breastfeeding and women's reproductive health ambassadors has increased the self-confidence and ability of pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and adolescent girls to care for themselves and their families. In conclusion, efforts to improve the quality of KSIA health through breastfeeding and women's reproductive health ambassadors have had a positive impact on increasing knowledge, understanding, self-confidence and abilities of pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and adolescent girls.

Danger Signs and 4T Risk Factors of Pregnant Women

The number of cases of maternal death in 2020 was 122, an increase of 25 cases compared to 2019, which was 97 cases of maternal death. The highest number of maternal death cases was in West Lombok district with 43 cases. The maternal mortality rate in NTB Province has increased from 93.92 per 100,000 live births to 119.05 per 100,000 live births. When compared with the performance achievements in the RPJMN, the NTB province is still below the national target. The 4T factors (too old, too young, too closely spaced between pregnancies and too many children) can increase cases of complications in the mother. Birth interval between one child and another child of less than 2 years can increase the risk of maternal death. Delivery at intervals of less than 24 months (too often) is a high-risk group for postpartum hemorrhage. This research aimed to determine the risk factors experienced by pregnant women so that prevention can be taken to prevent maternal death during childbirth. The research method used a quantitative analytical observational with a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) approach. The research results showed that pregnant women did not understand the danger signs and risk factors for 4T, so that pregnant women are able to take preventive measures. Apart from that, this research also provides anticipatory solutions so that pregnant women and their husbands can avoid further complications related to the risks of 4T. This research concludes that the understanding of pregnant women and their husbands regarding the danger signs and risks of 4T has increased so that they are able to know the mother's condition during pregnancy and are able to plan and have a healthy pregnancy.

Rancangan video animasi edukasi kesiapsiagaan bencana non alam COVID-19 bagi ibu hamil. Uji validitas dan reliabilitas instrumen

Background: COVID-19 is transmitted through air transmission. Prevention of transmission of the COVID-19 virus in pregnant women will certainly reduce complications in pregnant women and the fetus. An educational animated video design can help increase pregnant women's understanding of preventing the transmission of COVID-19. The Coronavirus disease 2019 or COVID-19 in pregnant women will increase the risk of severe infection and pregnancy complications such as preterm labour. Pregnancy will cause physiological changes and maternal immunity, so pregnant women are in a high-risk group for COVID-19 infection. Prevention of COVID-19 virus transmission in pregnant women needs to be done to prevent complications in pregnant women and fetuses. Research objectives: The design of educational animated videos can help increase the understanding of pregnant women in preventing COVID-19 transmission and to test the validity and reliability of instruments.Method: Developing an educational video animation for non-natural disaster preparedness is carried out in several stages, namely making scenarios, storyboards, sketches, choosing colors, coloring, layering and combining them into animated videos. Then, the animated video was validated by a team of experts from the Langsa City Health Office. The content of this video is about preventing COVID-19 transmission in pregnant women. The animated video was tested on 20 respondents in June 2021 in Karang Anyar village, Langsa City. Furthermore, the instrument was tested for validity and reliability on 20 respondents in July 2021 in Paya Bujok Tunong Village, Langsa City.Results: Are 10 components assessed from educational animated videos, and the majority are very good ≥65%. The results of the validity and reliability tests show that the questionnaire is suitable for use in the condition of pregnant women when facing COVID-19 (p > 0,05). However, one invalid statement item was found. The reliability test results show that all variables have an alpha value above 0,378.Conclusion: Respondents can use and distribute animated videos and research instruments.

Socio-demographic influence on the pregnant women's comprehension of maternal health information in Tanzania

BackgroundPregnant women's understanding of maternal health information is critical in the application of information for pregnancy care, birth preparedness, and newborn care. However, the influence of socio-demographic characteristics on pregnant women's understanding of maternal health information is least understood. PurposeThe study examined the influence of social and demographic characteristics on pregnant women's comprehension of maternal health information. MethodologyA mixed research approach and descriptive cross-sectional design were applied. Questionnaires and focus group discussions were used to collect data from 132 pregnant women and 8 nurses/midwives. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS version 21 and thematic analysis. FindingsMost of the pregnant women had a good ability to comprehend maternal health information. Level of education was found to influence the reading ability and language understanding ability of the pregnant women unlike age, marital status, income, and occupation. Age, level of education, monthly income, occupation, and marital status were found to influence the ability of pregnant women to understand maternal health information. ConclusionThe socio-demographic characteristics of pregnant women have an influence on their ability to comprehend maternal health information.

Optimalisasi Pengetahuan Ibu Hamil tentang ASI Eksklusif dengan Pendampingan Kelas Ibu Persiapan Mengasihi di Kota Singkawang

Breast milk is the best and main food for the growth and development of a baby until 6 months old. The results of a global study prove that exclusive breastfeeding reduces deaths due to infection by 88% in infants aged less than 3 months. To increase the use of exclusive breastfeeding, acquainting oneself with the concept of early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) is necessary. It is considered to have a broad impact on the nutritional status and health of toddlers. The purposes of this community service are to increase the knowledge and understanding of pregnant women about exclusive breastfeeding, EIBF, breastfeeding techniques, and practical breastfeeding in an effort to increase the use of exclusive breastfeeding. The method used was giving education through the lecture method, discussions, demonstrations, and radio broadcasts. This activity targeted pregnant women in their third trimester in Singkawang City.The results of this society's devotion were an average improvement in mothers’ knowledge of Exclusive Breastfeeding from 69.67 to 88.67 after the implementation of the activity, as well as the mother’s interest in implementing IMD and giving Exclusive Breastfeeding. Therefore, it is expected to increase the achievement of the Exclusive Breastfeeding program.

Edukasi Aktifitas Fisik Pada Ibu Hamil Di Kecamatan Gonila Dengan Media Power Point

Pregnancy is a unique event for women that can cause physical and physiological changes. Therefore, it is important for pregnant women to be educated about the importance of exercising regularly so that they can live a healthy and happy pregnancy. The importance of physical activity for pregnant women to maintain health and fitness. The research was conducted through counseling to 10 pregnant women using pre-test and post-test. The results show that before counseling, the majority of pregnant women still did not fully understand the physical activities that could be done during pregnancy. However, after counseling, all participants managed to understand and were able to apply physical activity well. The conclusion of this research is the need for more intensive and targeted educational efforts to increase pregnant women's understanding of the benefits of physical activity during pregnancy.

Maternal mental health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran: a content analysis study

BackgroundAs crises occur, attention to physical health usually becomes more than mental health, neglecting mental health, especially in some vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and new mothers, can have adverse consequences. Therefore, it is imperative to recognize and comprehend their mental health needs, particularly during critical situations such as the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this study was to explain the understanding and experience of mental health concerns faced by pregnant and postpartum women during this pandemic.MethodsThis qualitative study was conducted from March 2021 to November 2021 in Iran. Data were collected using semi-structured in-depth interviews to understand mental health concerns in pregnancy and the postpartum period during the COVID-19 pandemic. Twenty-five purposefully retrieved and participated in the study. Due to the prevalence of coronavirus, most of the participants preferred tele interviews. When data saturation was achieved, the data were codified manually and analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman’s approach 2004.ResultsBased on the content analysis of the interviews, 2 main themes, 8 categories 23 subcategories were identified. The identified themes were as follows: (1) Maternal mental health threats and (2) Inadequate access to the required information.ConclusionThe results of this study showed that the main concern and fear of pregnant and postpartum women in the COVID-19 pandemic was the fear of the possibility of death for themselves and/or their fetus/infant. The knowledge that was obtained from the understanding of pregnant women and new mothers about the mental health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic can help managers in planning to improve and promote women's mental health, especially in critical situations.

The Relationship between the Knowledge of Third Trimester Pregnant Women and the Implementation of Early Breastfeeding Initiation

The Relationship between the Knowledge of Third Trimester Pregnant Women and the Implementation of Early Breastfeeding Initiation

PENYULUHAN KESEHATAN MELALUI MEDIA VIDEO BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL TERHADAP PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL TENTANG PENYAKIT HEPATITIS B

Hepatitis B is a problem that is often found in the care of pregnant women and newborns. Prevention of hepatitis B during pregnancy requires a comprehensive understanding of the disease, namely by providing health counseling through video media based on local wisdom. Aims to see how this counseling affects pregnant women's understanding of hepatitis B. Using quasi-experimental forms with two-group pretest-posttest design. There are 81 pregnant women registered at the Ilekma Health Center. Simple random sampling was used to select 44 respondents, which were divided into two groups, namely intervention group that received this health counseling, and the control group that did not receive the intervention. Research instruments in the form of questionnaires, the data are analyzed using independent sample t-tests. Results: Before the intervention, the average score of knowledge of pregnant women based on pre-test findings was 6.41 (intervention group) and 7.50 (control group). The average post-test results after health counseling were 10.77 in the intervention group and 7.45 in the control group. The results of the independent sample t-test showed a significance value of <0.05 which showed that health counseling through video media based on local wisdom had an impact on pregnant women's knowledge about hepatitis B disease.

The Understanding of Maternal Smoking among Women who were Smoking or had Quit Smoking during Pregnancy.

Maternal tobacco smoking during pregnancy is associated with adverse health effects for the woman, fetus, and child, including such serious effects as preterm birth, low birth weight, stillbirth, and neonatal and sudden infant death. Smoking cessation during pregnancy reduces health risks. In order to support pregnant women to quit smoking, it is essential to know determinants of quitting smoking in pregnancy. The purpose of this research was to examine women's understanding of maternal smoking, in terms of their beliefs, in relation to quitting smoking during pregnancy. The study was a cross-sectional survey with anonymous questionnaires. The sample consisted of 161 pregnant and postnatal women who were continuing or had continued to smoke during pregnancy or had quit smoking during pregnancy. Logistic regression was used to determine the impact of women's understanding of maternal smoking on quitting smoking in pregnancy. A large majority of the women had low to moderate understanding of maternal smoking. Those with higher levels of understanding were more likely to quit smoking during pregnancy than were those with a low level of understanding. Not having children prior to the current pregnancy or childbirth also increased the likelihood of quitting smoking during pregnancy while being without a partner combined with having a longer duration of smoking decreased the likelihood of quitting smoking during pregnancy. As a modifiable factor, pregnant women's understanding of maternal smoking can be readily targeted with informational interventions in an effort to help them quit smoking.

Nutrition Counseling for Pregnant Women and Making Healthy Drinks from BIT (Beta Vulgaris L.) to Prevent and Overcome Iron Nutrient Anemia

Anemia is often caused by a lack of iron in food; parasites in the body consume substances that inhibit the absorption of iron before, during, and after eating, such as the tannins found in tea. The goal of this study is to improve mothers' understanding of pregnant women about iron nutritional anemia and understanding of making healthy drinks from beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) and nutritional sources that contain lots of iron and factors that inhibit and facilitate the absorption of iron in the body. The method used involved pretest treatment and posttest. Results and discussion focused on increasing the knowledge of pregnant women about iron nutritional anemia and how to prevent and overcome the occurrence of iron nutritional anemia through the consumption of various sources of iron nutrition. There has been a change in understanding of the pharmacist's role as a caregiver; this can be seen in question no 1. There has been a change in understanding of how to get medicine at a pharmacy (Dagusibu); this can be seen in question no 2. There has been a change in understanding of getting drug information; this can be seen from the correct answer to question no. 3.

UPAYA PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL MELALUI EDUKASI MENGENAI KEBUTUHAN NUTRISI IBU HAMIL

When you are pregnant, most nutritional needs will increase. It is important for pregnant women to ensure that the food they consume is balanced. The aim of this community service program is to increase pregnant women's understanding of nutrition during pregnancy. This activity was carried out on May 7 2022 through counseling using leaflets to pregnant women before and after the counseling. This counseling was carried out in Kassi - Kassi, attended by 10 pregnant women who implemented the Covid-19 Health Protocol. The results of the counseling showed an increase in understanding of 50%. Before the counseling, only 3 pregnant women (30%) had good understanding, but after this activity, the number increased to 8 pregnant women (80%) who had good understanding. We hope that in future counseling, there will be more focus on nutrition during the first, second and third trimesters of pregnant women.

PERAN BIDAN TERHADAP PEMAHAMAN IBU HAMIL TENTANG ASI EKSKLUSIF DI DESA TANJUNG MORAWA B DELI SERDANG

The understanding of pregnant women about exclusive breastfeeding as evidenced by Exclusive breastfeeding is breastfeeding from birth until the child is 6 months old. During this period children are not expected to get additional fluids, such as formula milk, lemon juice, tea water, honey, and plain water. In exclusive breastfeeding, children are also not given additional food such as bananas, biscuits, rice porridge, teams, and so on. Exclusive breastfeeding for up to 6 months can meet the needs of children, and requires additional food at the age of over 6 months (Maryunani, 2012). The role of midwives in promoting exclusive breastfeeding can be started from the time the mother is pregnant. When pregnant women check their pregnancies, pregnant women will get information about the benefits of breastfeeding and how to successfully breastfeed when their babies are born (Atik, 2016). The role of a good midwife will increase a good understanding for pregnant women about exclusive breastfeeding 37.9%, and there is an influence between the role of midwives and the value of PV value 0.003. Pregnant women make antenatal care visits at least 4 times during pregnancy to the midwife or to the nearest health facility so that they get clear information about exclusive breastfeeding. For health workers to be more intensive in conducting home visits to check on mothers' pregnancies as well as providing counseling on exclusive breastfeeding.

Edukasi Periode Emas 1000 Hari Pertama Kehidupan

The first 1000 days of life (HPK) movement is a movement to accelerate nutritional improvement. In this period the child's brain develops rapidly, although the human brain will continue to develop and can experience changes throughout life, but at this time the fastest development. The Indonesian government has committed and worked hard to accelerate the improvement of nutrition for the lives of children of the nation's next generation. The government's commitment has been stated through government regulation No. 42 of 2013 concerning the national movement to improve nutrition. Community service aims to increase the knowledge and understanding of pregnant women and mothers of children under the age of 1,000 HPK nutrition as a critical period that must be considered. Counseling method using the first 1000 days of the booklet of life published by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia. Community service is followed by pregnant women and mothers who have toddlers in the class of pregnant women and toddlers, held in November-December 2019 at BPM Rosmala Aini. The result of this community service is an increase in maternal understanding of the importance of nutrition from pregnancy to 2-year-old children, and it is hoped that the coverage of mothers giving breastfeeding in the first hour and exclusive breastfeeding increases

Awareness of Pregnant Women for COVID-19 Infection

Covid outbreak has been getting worse and spread affected all over the world. Pregnant patients are also vulnerable to respiratory diseases. We aimed to evaluate the awareness, emotional status, and behavior of pregnant during the COVID outbreak. This study's main benefit is to analyze the knowledge and understanding of pregnant women about the pandemic and draw attention to the prevention issues that need improvement. This research is a prospective observational study that 199 patients subjected to a questionnaire including 29 questions about patient characteristics, pregnancy information, knowledge about COVID19-infection, behavioral and emotional changes. 130 (65.3) of the patients stated an above-average knowledge level. Television was the most frequent information source (75.4%, n:150) and was the only information source for 90 (45.1%) of the patients. Sixty-nine patients used more than one information source. More than one prevention method uses by 149 (75%) of the patients. Washing hands (n:183, 92.0%) and cleaning the house (n:122, 61.3%) were the most preferred methods. Only 55 (27.6%) of the patients used a mask for prevention. 88(44.2%) of the patients stated that they preferred a shorter hospital stay, and 75 (37.7%) of the patients indicated that they postponed or avoided the pregnancy follow-up visits due to the COVID-19 issue. Pregnant women seem to be aware and stressed of COVID-19, but knowledge of what to do seems insufficient. Patients informed of risks of COVID infection, unplanned hospital admission, and chances of avoiding necessary visits and home birth demands.

Leisure reading experience promoting prenatal attachment among pregnant women: A moderated mediation model

While leisure activities have been illustrated to enhance women’s psychological health, the study of leisure reading experiences and their impact on prenatal attachment has not been investigated to date. Addressing this research gap, a moderated mediation model is built to explain the indirect effects of leisure reading experiences on prenatal attachment through subjective vitality conditioned by the moderating role of optimism. 494 valid responses from pregnant women were obtained from obstetrical centers for testing the hypothesized model. The results indicated that subjective vitality fully mediates the relationship between hedonic experience and prenatal attachment, and also partially mediates the relationship between other leisure reading experiences (flow and transcendent) and prenatal attachment. In addition, the mediating effect was observed to be significant at higher levels of optimism. The proposed framework signifies novel contributions to the understanding of pregnant women’s mental health and their bond with the baby through leisure reading experiences.

How My Provider Communicates: A Qualitative Exploration of Pregnant Women’s Communicative Experiences When Receiving Prenatal Care in Ohio

Background: Ohio disproportionately has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the United States. Failure to receive effective prenatal care can result in adverse pregnancy outcomes, specifically infant morbidity and mortality. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of pregnant women’s communicative experiences when receiving prenatal care in Ohio. Methods: We interviewed pregnant women (N=30) between the ages of 19 to 39 years who were in the second or third trimester of pregnancy residing in Ohio using semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using a two-stage inductive thematic analytic technique. Results: Findings demonstrated that pregnant women’s communicative experiences when receiving prenatal care in Ohio could be categorized into 4 overarching salient themes: (1) dialogue with the prenatal care provider, (2) time required for the prenatal care visit, (3) the prenatal care provider’s interpersonal and personality characteristics, and (4) continuity of care. Conclusion: Results identified pregnant women’s communicative experiences when receiving prenatal care in Ohio. Findings may assist prenatal care providers in enhancing prenatal care outcomes in Ohio by promoting continuous dialogue, spending time with patients, displaying positive interpersonal and personality characteristics, and providing continuous prenatal care.

Penyuluhan Nutrisi pada Ibu Hamil untuk Mencegah dan Menanggulangi Anemia Gizi Besi melalui Komunikasi Interpersonal

NUTRITION COUNSELING TO PREGNANT WOMEN TO PREVENT AND MEDICATE IRON ANEMIA THROUGH INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION. Iron deficiency anemia pregnant women, due to iron deficiency in the body, results in miscarriage, premature birth, low birth weight, susceptible to infection, bleeding during childbirth which resulting in death and intelligence disorders in children. One of the causes of the high incidence of anemia is lack of knowledge of pregnant women about iron defecency anemia, nutritional sources of iron, higher iron nutrition needs during pregnancy, reluctant to consume iron tablets. The aim of the service is to increase the understanding of pregnant women about the nutrition of iron sources, iron needs, iron tablets and factors that facilitate and inhibit iron absorption in the body. The method used is to provide counseling to anemic pregnant women, through interpersonal communication. The results of the activities before counseling obtained knowledge of Iron deficiency anemia and knowledge of nutrient sources of iron, knowledge of iron tablets in the low category. After being given interpersonal counseling, participants 'knowledge increased to a good category, marked by an increase in participants' hemoglobin after 20 days after counseling. Conclusion Interpersonal counseling methods is one way to overcome and prevent iron nutritional anemia. Suggestions for increasing knowledge and changing behavior will be more effectively conveyed through interpersonal communication.

Use of the VeedaMom Electronic App as a Pregnancy Treatment Companion

ABSTRACT This phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of pregnant women using VeedaMom, a mobile app created to screen for and manage symptoms of perinatal depression. Participants were required to complete the in-app Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale weekly, watch psycho-educational videos featured in the app, and practice mindfulness exercises offered through the app as audio recordings. Individual interviews were conducted with six pregnant women attending a maternal-fetal clinic in South Texas. Three of these participants also took part in a focus group. The findings of this study provide a deeper understanding of pregnant women’s experiences while using the VeedaMom app. Some interesting findings refer to the role social media and social pressure play in their motherhood experience, and how an electronic intervention can help as treatment companion.