Quality and satisfaction with care following changes to the structure of obstetric care during the COVID-19 pandemic in a safety-net hospital in Georgia: Results from a mixed-methods study

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Patient and provider perspectives of a new prenatal care model introduced in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic

Alex F. Peahl et al.

Summary: This study evaluated the adoption of a prenatal care model for coronavirus disease 2019 at an institutional level, as well as patient and provider experiences. The majority of participants had positive views on virtual visits, believing they improved access to care, quality, and satisfaction. Positive care experience drivers included reduced barriers to care access, high quality and safety of virtual visits, and improved satisfaction through better patient counseling.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY (2021)

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Patient Satisfaction with Virtual-Based Prenatal Care: Implications after the COVID-19 Pandemic

Cindy H. Liu et al.

Summary: The study aimed to identify factors related to satisfaction with virtual visits during pregnancy in the COVID-19 pandemic. Overall, pregnant women reported high satisfaction with virtual prenatal care, but most indicated a preference for in-person care under non-pandemic conditions. Women worried about the impact of the pandemic on their pregnancy, as well as those experiencing transitions in their prenatal care, may need more support and information.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH JOURNAL (2021)

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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Excess Perinatal Mortality and Morbidity in Israel

Matan Mor et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced emergency labor ward admissions and was associated with a higher stillbirth rate due to decreased hospital visits by pregnant women, likely caused by fear of contracting the disease. This study highlights the collateral perinatal damage during the first wave of COVID-19 in Israel.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY (2021)

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on maternal and perinatal health: a scoping review

Bethany Kotlar et al.

Summary: The Covid-19 pandemic has both direct and indirect effects on maternal health, impacting reproductive and perinatal health. Pregnant women with symptomatic Covid-19 may face more severe outcomes, but transmission during delivery or through breastmilk is unlikely. The pandemic has also led to increased mental health issues, domestic violence, decreased prenatal care visits, and greater socio-economic consequences for pregnant individuals.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (2021)

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on economic security and pregnancy intentions among people at risk of pregnancy

Tracy Kuo Lin et al.

Summary: The study found that the COVID-19 pandemic had varying effects on the economic conditions, desire for pregnancy, and access to contraceptive services of women of reproductive age in the United States, particularly impacting certain minority ethnic groups. Some participants experienced economic hardships, difficulties in accessing contraception, and a decrease in desire for pregnancy simultaneously.

CONTRACEPTION (2021)

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Stressors, coping, and resources needed during the COVID-19 pandemic in a sample of perinatal women

Celestina Barbosa-Leiker et al.

Summary: The study assessed stressors, coping behaviors, and resources needed in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic among 162 perinatal women in the United States. During the pandemic, pregnant women faced challenges in accessing healthy foods and prenatal care, as well as financial issues and childcare difficulties. Women of racial and ethnic minority, and lower-income status experienced increased stressors and less social support. Participants expressed concerns about their baby contracting COVID-19, missing key obstetric appointments, and needing support from friends, family, and birthing classes. Financial resources, COVID-19 information related to maternal-infant health outcomes, safe healthcare access, and baby supplies were identified as primary resources needed. Healthcare providers should engage in conversations regarding access to resources, refer patients to counseling services and virtual support groups, and screen pregnant women for stressors to better support perinatal women's mental health during the pandemic.

BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH (2021)

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Pandemic Birthing: Childbirth Satisfaction, Perceived Health Care Bias, and Postpartum Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Teresa Janevic et al.

Summary: The study found that women who gave birth during the COVID-19 pandemic, those who were SARS-CoV-2 positive, Black, and Latina, had lower birth satisfaction and higher perceived health care discrimination. Lower birth satisfaction was associated with higher postpartum anxiety, stress, depressive symptoms, and lower exclusive breastfeeding. Experiencing healthcare discrimination was linked to increased levels of postpartum stress and birth-related PTSD.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH JOURNAL (2021)

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Access to and Quality of Healthcare for Pregnant and Postpartum Women During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Aine Brislane et al.

Summary: The study found that obstetric care during the COVID-19 pandemic was affected by disruptions, such as rescheduling and canceling appointments, suspending services, and excluding birth partners during delivery. Pregnant and postpartum women preferred attending appointments in person and considered the presence of birth partners important.

FRONTIERS IN GLOBAL WOMENS HEALTH (2021)

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