Related factors in pregnant women who have economic anxiety

From the notification of pregnancy report investigation

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to elucidate the factors that would provide women with the needed support, predominantly based on the characteristics of pregnant women who experience economic anxiety in certain areas. Survey methods and participants: Participants comprised 1,273 pregnant women, who visited the health center in City A between April 1, 2006 and March 31, 2008 to submit a notification of pregnancy. They completed a self-administered questionnaire survey. Results and Conclusion: In the present study, we compared women who submitted notifications of pregnancy. These findings suggest that women who are smokers, have an unplanned pregnancy, have anxiety about childrearing, are at 12 weeks or more of gestation, and have anxiety about birth are high-priority targets for support.