scholarly journals Women’s views on anxiety in pregnancy and the use of anxiety instruments: a qualitative study

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kerry Evans ◽  
C. Jane Morrell ◽  
Helen Spiby
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
In Pregnancy ◽  
Women’S Views

scholarly journals Vaccination against pertussis and influenza in pregnancy: a qualitative study of barriers and facilitators

Public Health ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 162 ◽  
pp. 111-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Maisa ◽  
Sarah Milligan ◽  
Alison Quinn ◽  
Denise Boulter ◽  
Jillian Johnston ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
In Pregnancy

User Perception Towards mHealth Technologies for Health and Well-being Monitoring in Pregnancy Care: Qualitative Study (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jane Li ◽  
David Silvera-Tawil ◽  
Marlien Varnfield ◽  
M Sazzad Hussain ◽  
Vanitha Math
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Data Privacy ◽  
Perinatal Care ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Technical Solution ◽  
Pregnancy Care ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
In Pregnancy

BACKGROUND Mobile Health (mHealth) technologies, such as wearable devices and mobile applications have become popular for lifestyle and healthcare support. They have the potential to be beneficial for pregnancy monitoring, in the form of health and well-being tools to facilitate the tracking of health status changes, risks and complications of pregnant women. However, research on understanding clinicians’ and pregnant women’s interests, preferences and requirements for mHealth solutions tailored to pregnancy care is limited. OBJECTIVE This qualitative study aimed to understand clinicians’ and pregnant women’s perceptions on the potential use of mHealth to support the monitoring of health and well-being during pregnancy. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with four pregnant women, four postnatal women, and thirteen clinicians working in perinatal care. RESULTS Clinicians perceived the potential benefit of mHealth in supporting different levels of health and wellbeing monitoring, risk assessment and care provision in pregnancy care. The majority of women participants were open to the use of wearables and health monitoring devices and were more likely to use these technologies if they knew that clinicians can monitor the data. While some pregnancy-related medical conditions can be suitable for an mHealth model of remote monitoring, there are clinical and technical challenges for introducing mHealth in pregnancy care. Incorporating appropriate health and well-being measures, intelligent detection of abnormalities and tailored information for pregnant women were considered critical. Usability and data privacy were among the concerns of participants. The challenges of getting pregnant women engaged in longitudinal mHealth monitoring, the extra work required for clinicians in monitoring data, and the need for an evidence-based technical solution were highlighted. CONCLUSIONS mHealth technologies, such as wearable sensors, smart health devices and mobile applications capable of supporting the pregnancy journey are emerging. Clinical, technical and practical factors associated with the use of mHealth technologies to monitor health and well-being, as well as strategies for motivating pregnant women and clinicians’ in the use of the technologies need to be carefully considered before the introduction of mHealth pregnancy care routine and practices.

Women’s views and experiences of a perinatal exercise counselling intervention: a qualitative study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Natalia Antigoni Tzouma ◽  
Ioannis D. Morres ◽  
Marios Goudas ◽  
Charalampos Krommidas ◽  
Konstantinos V. Kotronis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Counselling Intervention ◽  
Women’S Views

scholarly journals Women’s views about physical activity as a treatment for vasomotor menopausal symptoms: a qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adèle Thomas ◽  
Amanda J. Daley
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Menopausal Symptoms ◽  
Hot Flushes ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
Night Sweats ◽  
Randomised Controlled ◽  
Women’S Views

Abstract Background Women commonly seek medical advice about menopausal symptoms. Although menopausal hormone therapy is the most effective treatment, many women prefer non-pharmacological treatments, such as physical activity. The effectiveness of physical activity has been inconclusive when assessed by randomised controlled trials, and it remains unclear how women feel about it as a possible treatment approach. The aim of the study was to explore symptomatic menopausal women’s views and experiences of physical activity as a treatment for vasomotor and other menopausal symptoms. Methods An in-depth qualitative study was embedded within a randomised controlled trial that assessed the effectiveness of physical activity as a treatment for vasomotor menopausal symptoms in previously inactive vasomotor symptomatic women. Participants were randomised to one of two physical activity interventions or a usual care group. Both physical activity interventions involved two one-to-one consultations, plus either supporting materials or access to physical activity support groups, over 6 months. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 purposively selected participants from all three trial groups after they had completed trial follow-up. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed by constant comparison. Results All participants talked positively about physical activity as a treatment for their menopausal symptoms, with most reporting participation had improved their hot flushes and night sweats. They reported that they had experienced improved sleep, physical health and psychological well-being. Those who received the physical activity plus social-support intervention reported their ability to cope with their menopausal symptoms had improved. Many participants commented that they would prefer doctors to discuss physical activity as a possible treatment for their hot flushes and night sweats, before offering medication. Conclusions Based on the views and experiences of the women who participated in this study, healthcare professionals should continue discussing physical activity as a potential first treatment option with menopausal women. Furthermore, healthcare professionals should ensure they prepare, support, and encourage these women both physically and emotionally. Trial registration ISRCTN ISRCTN06495625 Registered 10/11/2010

Type 1 diabetes women's views about preconception care: A qualitative study

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (1-3) ◽  
pp. 43-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Cristina Paiva ◽  
João Raposo ◽  
Angus Forbes
Keyword(s):  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Preconception Care ◽  
Women’S Views
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