Key result
Pregnancy and postpartum in CHD reveal significant distress, anxiety, isolation, and unmet psychological needs.
Why the study?
Research on the mental health of pregnant and postpartum women with congenital heart disease is globally scant, and no UK-based participatory studies have been conducted.
Design
Qualitative participatory study using semi-structured online group discussions
Authors
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Suggests need for enhanced psychological support in this population; hypothesis-generating for intervention trials.
Women with congenital heart disease experience significant distress, anxiety, and social isolation during pregnancy and postpartum, highlighting the need for improved psychological and peer support.
Huxley et al. (2026) studied Congenital heart disease in pregnancy and postpartum (n=11). Pregnancy and postpartum was evaluated on Mental health experiences and needs. In a qualitative study of 11 women with congenital heart disease, pregnancy and postpartum were characterized by significant distress, anxiety, social isolation, and a lack of psychological support.
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