July 29, 2024BMC Pregnancy and ChildbirthOpen Access

Oscillating autonomy: a grounded theory study of women’s experiences of COVID-19 infection during pregnancy, labour and birth, and the early postnatal period

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Among 16 infected mothers, severe loss of personal control defined diagnosis during the postnatal period, while rebuilding agency restored psychological security.
Grounded theory analysis of qualitative semi-structured interviews captured maternal trajectories across anxious anticipation, fluctuating agency, and recovery.
Highlights how perinatal mental health services, targeted health monitoring, and covid-19 vaccination access empower vulnerable mothers during healthcare disruptions.

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Grounded theory study reveals fluctuating agency and loss of control in perinatal women with COVID-19, highlighting the need for proactive support and health monitoring.

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Grounded theory study reveals fluctuating agency and loss of control in perinatal women with COVID-19, highlighting the need for proactive support and health monitoring.

Oscillating autonomy: a grounded theory study of women’s experiences of COVID-19 infection during pregnancy, labour and birth, and the early postnatal period

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Oscillating autonomy: a grounded theory study of women’s experiences of COVID-19 infection during pregnancy, labour and birth, and the early postnatal period

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