Experiences of pregnant women and midwives facing the Covid-19 pandemic: A qualitative systematic review

Yurike Septianingrum, Siti Nurjanah, Andikawati Fitriasari, Nety Mawarda Hatmanti, Mira Triharini

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Abstract

This study aimed to explore the experiences of pregnant women and midwives in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic so that in the future, the concept of comfort midwifery care can be developed as a strategy to reduce the psychological impact on pregnant women and midwives in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. Article searches were conducted using the same keywords in the Pubmed, CINAHL, SAGE, and Science Direct databases published from January 2020 to October 4, 2021. A total of 8 qualitative study articles were identified in this study. Eight articles were included in this literature review, and most of the articles discussed three themes, namely (1) psychological responses, (2) challenges faced, and (3) coping strategies. Pregnant women and midwives experienced negative psychological responses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The challenge faced by pregnant women was delaying antenatal check-up. In contrast, the challenges that midwives must face were personal protective equipment and the care system and organization changes. Coping strategies were carried out through stress management and seeking support.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationYoung Scholar Symposium on Science and Mathematics Education, and Environment
EditorsAntomi Saregar, Rofiqul Umam, Muhamad Syazali, Fredi Ganda Putra
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9780735444911
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 15 May 2023
EventYoung Scholar Symposium on Science Education and Environment 2022, YSSSEE 2022 - Bandar Lampung, Virtual, Indonesia
Duration: 15 Jan 202216 Jan 2022

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume2595
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Conference

ConferenceYoung Scholar Symposium on Science Education and Environment 2022, YSSSEE 2022
Country/TerritoryIndonesia
CityBandar Lampung, Virtual
Period15/01/2216/01/22

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