Pregnant women voice their concerns and birth expectations during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy

2020229 citationsJournal Articlehybrid Open Access

Authors

Claudia Ravaldi · University of Florence

Alfredo Vannacci · University of Florence

Abstract

Women's expectations and concerns regarding childbirth changed significantly as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy. Women with a history of psychological disorders need particular attention as they seem to experience higher levels of concern.

Topics & Keywords

COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Women and Birth

Volume 34, Issue 4, pp. 335-343

DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2020.07.002

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