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Showing 1 to 9 of 9 for “"Pregnancy experience"”.
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Experiences of pregnancy, childbirth and post-partem period in urban and suburban immigrant Pakistani women
… and how this may influence health. A study of pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period in immigrant Pakistani women living in New Jersey explored the interface of culture, immigration and health. The study employed a three pronged approach. Census data were analyzed to identify areas …
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Women's experience of pregnancy when post-birth surgery is indicated : a phenomenological study
… body of research in this area that suggests pregnancy experience is fundamentally changed and that pregnancy expectations may play a part in that process but it is unclear how women come to terms with their news. Objectives: This study aimed to gain a detailed understanding of what pregnant …
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An exploration of women’s experiences of wellbeing and peer support during pregnancy, through attendance at midwife-led aquanatal exercise classes.
… positive public health messages as a part of pregnancy observation, in order to improve the health and wellbeing for women, babies and families. In addition to support offered by family, friends and work colleagues, pregnant women can be observed networking in social groups and in a variety of …
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Women's accounts of pregnancy: Psychological and feminist issues
… thesis examines the changing nature of women's pregnancy experiences as progression through the various stages of pregnancy occurs. Ten women are followed through their pregnancies, in order to capture their diverse and dynamic psycho-social experiences. The aim of the research is to highlight …
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The impact of midwife moderated social media based communities on pregnant women and new mothers
… the provision of information and support. During pregnancy and early motherhood, women need information and support from health professionals, other pregnant women and mothers. Whilst women have access to overwhelming amounts of information they may not have contact with, or support from, other …
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3D Ultrasound in Pregnancy: Discourses, Women’s Experiences and Psychological Understanding
… and four-dimensional (3/4D) ultrasound scans in pregnancy, the experiences of women who have 3/4D scans and what impact these scans may have on pregnant women. A critical discourse analysis of scanning company websites was undertaken to explore the discourses, identities and genres set up on the …
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Cultural Beliefs and Practices Influencing the Health Seeking Behaviour of Women During Pregnancy in Ota, Southwest Nigeria
… are evidenced-based approaches to improving pregnancy outcomes and reducing pregnancy-related complications.The medical literature currently provides little information about beliefs and practices in relation to other factors within the human environment. Yet these factors are considered an …
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HIV diagnosis during pregnancy: stress, coping strategies and experiences of women at selected health facilities in Lusaka district, Zambia.
… to undergo HIV testing during antenatal care. Pregnancy is a sensitive and stressful state as the body of the pregnant woman has to make adjustments throughout in order to maintain the pregnancy and prepare for labour and delivery; and the puerperium. A diagnosis of HIV during pregnancy …
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HIV diagnosis during pregnancy: stress, coping strategies and experiences of women at selected health facilities in Lusaka district, Zambia.
… to undergo HIV testing during antenatal care. Pregnancy is a sensitive and stressful state as the body of the pregnant woman has to make adjustments throughout in order to maintain the pregnancy and prepare for labour and delivery; and the puerperium. A diagnosis of HIV during pregnancy …