ArticleMidwifery2022
Postnatal depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic: The needs and experiences of New Zealand mothers and health care providers.
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- Women's experiences of maternity care in high-income countries during the pandemic health system shock: a follow-up systematic review and qualitative evidence synthesis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- University students' resilience in post-pandemic period: a socio-ecological perspective.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
- COVID-19 Public Health Restrictions and New Mothers' Mental Health: A Qualitative Scoping Review.Qualitative health research · 2024Article
- "It made me feel like a shit parent": an intersectional analysis of pandemic mothering.Frontiers in sociology · 2024Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe postnatal period is a vulnerable time for women's mental health, particularly within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study interviewed Auckland-based mothers and healthcare providers to find out their perspectives on the needs and experiences of women with postnatal mental health concerns within the pandemic context.
designSemi-structured interviews were conducted via video conferencing.
settingInterviews were conducted between May and July 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
participantsParticipants included eight mothers who gave birth during the first year of the pandemic (between January and December 2020) and self-identified as experiencing postnatal depression and/or anxiety, and three healthcare providers who support women with postnatal mental illness. All participants were based in Auckland, New Zealand. MEASUREMENTS AND
findingsInterviews were analysed using thematic analysis. Five main themes were identified including (1) uncertainty and anxiety, (2) financial and work stress, (3) importance of the "village", (4) inner resilience, and (5) "no one cared for mum". The participants' stories reflected a period of uncertainty, anxiety, and isolation. A lack of focus on mothers' mental health during postnatal healthcare appointments was evident, as well as a lack of support services to refer the women to should they reach out for help. KEY CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: The results of this study highlight the importance of prioritising safe, in-person access to healthcare providers and sources of social support for postnatal women during pandemic lockdowns to help reduce isolation during this vulnerable time. Improving accessibility to a range of treatment options for those with mild to moderate mental illness also needs to be a priority. A dedicated postnatal mental health support line could be beneficial to broaden the support options available to mothers, both within and outside the pandemic context. More focus on mental health training for midwives and other postnatal healthcare providers such as well child nurses is also recommended, to increase their ability to support women struggling with postnatal mental illness.
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