Abstract Objective This study aimed to analyze the factors associated with poor sleep quality in women in the postpartum period who were assisted in a municipality in central Brazil. Material and Methods This is a cross-sectional study (n = 400) conducted virtually from 2020 to 2021. Sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, self-perceived sleep, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were assessed. Results It was identified that 82% of postpartum women were between 18 and 35-years-old and had an average monthly household income of R2, 339. 27 ± 1, 812. 95. It was also found that 33. 50% (95% CI: 28. 7–38. 0) had sleep disorders (PSQI >10) ; 70. 25% (95%CI 65. 8–74. 8) had poor sleep quality (PSQI >5) ; 57. 4% (95% CI: 52. 0–63. 1) had inadequate sleep on weekdays/workdays; and 64. 1% (95% CI 59. 3–69. 2) had unsuitable sleep on weekends/days off. It was found that the factors associated with sleep disturbance were: age between 35 years (p = 0. 048) ; difficulty to think clearly (p = 0. 043) ; frequent sadness (p = 0. 046) ; poor sleep quality; low income (p = 0. 030) ; difficulty to think clearly (p = 0. 013) ; and loss of interest in things (p = 0. 030). As for sleep on weekdays, the associated factors were: marital status without a partner (p = 0. 008) ; and being a victim of physical violence (p = 0. 003). Finally, for sleep on weekends/off: nonwhite skin-color (p = 0. 039) ; and having postpartum depression (p = 0. 029). Conclusion The findings of the present study call attention to the impacts of changes in women's bodies, behavior, and interpersonal relationships caused by the arrival of a newborn. We also highlight the need for a multidisciplinary and comprehensive medical approach in this period.
Motta et al. (2024) studied this question.