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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Venla Kemppainen, Maarit Mentula, Tomi Seppala, Mika Gissler, Hanna Rouhe, Saisto Terhi, Oskari Heikinheimo, Maarit Niinimaki
Summary: Through a population-based register study in Finland, we found that a history of induced abortion is associated with an increased incidence of fear of childbirth in subsequent pregnancies, while a history of psychiatric diagnosis and advanced maternal age (especially 40 years old and above) are more strongly associated with fear of childbirth.
ACTA OBSTETRICIA ET GYNECOLOGICA SCANDINAVICA
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Pelin Calpbinici, Cigdem Yucel Ozcirpan
Summary: Fear of childbirth has negative effects on pregnant women during pregnancy and after birth. A study was conducted to evaluate the impact of a training program using motivational interview method on fear of childbirth, childbirth self-efficacy, and delivery mode among first-time pregnant women. Results showed that the program reduced fear of childbirth and increased childbirth self-efficacy, but had no effect on delivery mode.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Somayeh Abdolalipour, Sakineh Mohammad-Alizadeh Charandabi, Sepideh Mashayekh-Amiri, Mojgan Mirghafourvand
Summary: This study aimed to determine the effect of mindfulness-based programs on pregnant women's fear of childbirth (FOC) and self-efficacy. Through a systematic search and meta-analysis, it was found that mindfulness-based exercises may improve childbirth self-efficacy and reduce the level of FOC in pregnant women. However, more rigorous randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions, especially on self-efficacy.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Anna Michalik, Lucyna Wojcicka, Agata Zdun-Ryzewska, Agnieszka Czerwinska-Osipiak, Michal Krzeminski, Jolanta Olszewska, Dagmara Klasa-Mazurkiewicz, Anja C. Huizink
Summary: This study translated and validated the Polish version of the PRAQ-R2 questionnaire, confirming its reliability and validity for assessing pregnancy-related anxiety in Poland.
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Nursing
Seyhan Cankaya, Bulent Simsek
Summary: This study demonstrates that antenatal education has positive effects on primiparous pregnant women, reducing birth fear, depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms, increasing childbirth self-efficacy, and promoting vaginal deliveries.
CLINICAL NURSING RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gizell Green, Riki Tesler, Adilson Marques
Summary: This study aimed to examine the emotional differences between primiparous and multiparous women as well as the mode of birth. Results showed that primiparous women reported higher levels of fear, lack of control, and dissociation compared to multiparous women. Women in the emergency cesarean section group experienced the most fear, lack of control, anger, and conflict emotions. It is important to provide follow-up support to women who undergo unplanned birth procedures to minimize the negative effects on their psychosocial health and well-being.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Yvette M. G. A. Hendrix, Melanie A. M. Baas, Joost W. Vanhommerig, Ad de Jongh, Maria G. Van Pampus
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and course of fear of childbirth (FoC) in different trimesters, revealing that while FoC is common in each trimester, the prevalence decreases over the course of pregnancy. Pregnant women with FoC are more likely to actively seek for help.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Jingui Huang, Jing Huang, Yan Li, Bizhen Liao
Summary: This study found a high prevalence of FOC among pregnant Chinese women, with age, gestational age, parity, spousal support, resilience, and childbirth self-efficacy as predictors of FOC. It is suggested that healthcare professionals should pay close attention to FOC and implement targeted interventions based on these predictors, especially resilience and childbirth self-efficacy.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Habibe Bay, Yasemin Erkal Aksoy, Sema Dereli Yilmaz
Summary: This study found that individualized preconception care can significantly affect primiparous pregnant women's prenatal attachment levels, childbirth self-efficacy beliefs, and labor worry levels.
CLINICAL NURSING RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Tolesa Gemeda Gudeta, Ayana Benti Terefe, Ahmed Nuru Muhamed, Girma Teferi Mengistu, Seboka Abebe Sori
Summary: This study aimed to assess the perceived childbirth self-efficacy and its associated factors among pregnant women in the Gurage zone, southern Ethiopia. The study found that the overall mean score for perceived childbirth self-efficacy was high. Factors such as social support, psychological well-being, education status, no fundal pressure, and planned pregnancy were positively associated with childbirth self-efficacy, while fear of childbirth, primipara status, discomfort during vaginal examination, and inability to push were negatively associated with childbirth self-efficacy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nasloon Ali, Iffat Elbarazi, Fatima Al-Maskari, Tom Loney, Luai A. Ahmed
Summary: This study investigated the level of happiness among pregnant women in the UAE and its associated factors. It found that higher levels of social support, planned pregnancies, and primi-gravidity were associated with higher happiness levels, while women anxious about childbirth were less happy.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Francisco Javier Munoz-Vela, Luciano Rodriguez-Diaz, Juan Gomez-Salgado, Francisco Javier Fernandez-Carrasco, Regina Allande-Cusso, Juana Maria Vazquez-Lara, Javier Fagundo-Rivera
Summary: This study aimed to examine the impact of the 2020-2022 pandemic on fear and anxiety levels in pregnant women, and to identify risk and protective factors. A systematic review of 17 studies revealed a high prevalence of fear and anxiety levels. Risk factors for high levels of fear included unplanned pregnancy, poor partner support, and intolerance of uncertainty. Risk factors for anxiety included maternal age, social support, financial status, and concerns about maintaining antenatal follow-ups.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Nevin Citak Bilgin, Hamit Coskun, Dilek Coskuner Potur, Esra Ibar Aydin, Esra Uca
Summary: The study found that FOC was high among pregnant women, with a significant portion experiencing severe FOC. The key predictors of FOC were self-efficacy and trait anxiety levels, with spousal support acting as a mediator between self-efficacy and FOC.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Saadet Boybay Koyuncu, Mehmet Bulbul
Summary: Yoga practice has been shown to reduce fear of childbirth and increase childbirth self-efficacy in pregnant women. Participants in the experimental group exhibited significant improvements after participating in yoga, while those in the control group showed deterioration.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Shaked A. Druker, Ron Sicsic, Michael van Straten, Tamir Goshen, Maor Kedmi, Tal Raz
Summary: The study showed that primiparous and multiparous cows should be diagnosed for CEM using different %PMN thresholds at different stages postpartum, providing a comprehensive view of the reproductive prognosis for CEM-positive cows.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2022)