Lumayag, Stevie Doll L.,
Experiences of pregnant women amidst covid-19 pandemic in Barangay / - Cebu City, Philippines University of Cebu - Banilad c2021 - xi, 116 pages : illustration, tables, maps ;
Abstract: A severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 [SARS-Cov-2] emerged in Wuhan, China, in late 2019. When an infected person coughs, the virus enters the body primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. The World Health Organization identified that older people, immunocompromised patients, and pregnant women are vulnerable to the virus. A census was done by the University of the Philippines Population Institute [UPPI], and the United Nations Population Fund shows that around 2.5 million unintended pregnancies are to be recorded due to the pandemic, specifically in Central Visayas. The researchers intended to learn about the challenges of pregnant mothers or mothers who gave birth during pandemic times. Cebu was reported to be the highest number of pregnancies, tallying 11,360 last 2016. Expectant mothers are recommended to inquire about or consider lying centers/birthing centers in their Barangay to ensure safe labor and save finances. It is recommended that expectant mothers be proactive in the different services and aid from the government to acquire what is duly correct. The study used an exploratory design conducted in barangay Guadalupe, which has a current population of 70,039, based on the 2020 Census of Population or POPCEN. The five informants were expectant mothers or women who had just given birth during the height of COVID-19 pandemic cases. This study utilized purposive sampling, also known as judgement, selective or subjective sampling. This study used an unstructured interview guide to gather the needed data. The researchers' approach to analyzing the gathered data was through thematic analysis. Researchers were able to extract eleven common themes: Uncertainly and unrealistic hope, Birthing Alternatives, Health Concerns, Struggling to make ends meet, Locked behind doors, Meager government aid, Emotional turmoil, Pregnancy struggle, during a pandemic, Finding Diversional activities, Prevention is better than cure, and Better days will come. In disasters like pandemics, pregnant women are always considered at risk; thus, the limited prenatal checkups are cited as one of the many challenges they faced during the lockdown. It impacted their labor experience and the activities they are recommended to do for their overall safety. With all the experiences of pregnant women amidst COVID-19 pandemic, the informants have learned to adjust by remaining steadfast, resourceful, and believing that everything will eventually ne better than yesterday.
English
Pregnant women. Covid 19 pandemic.
Experiences of pregnant women amidst covid-19 pandemic in Barangay / - Cebu City, Philippines University of Cebu - Banilad c2021 - xi, 116 pages : illustration, tables, maps ;
Abstract: A severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 [SARS-Cov-2] emerged in Wuhan, China, in late 2019. When an infected person coughs, the virus enters the body primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. The World Health Organization identified that older people, immunocompromised patients, and pregnant women are vulnerable to the virus. A census was done by the University of the Philippines Population Institute [UPPI], and the United Nations Population Fund shows that around 2.5 million unintended pregnancies are to be recorded due to the pandemic, specifically in Central Visayas. The researchers intended to learn about the challenges of pregnant mothers or mothers who gave birth during pandemic times. Cebu was reported to be the highest number of pregnancies, tallying 11,360 last 2016. Expectant mothers are recommended to inquire about or consider lying centers/birthing centers in their Barangay to ensure safe labor and save finances. It is recommended that expectant mothers be proactive in the different services and aid from the government to acquire what is duly correct. The study used an exploratory design conducted in barangay Guadalupe, which has a current population of 70,039, based on the 2020 Census of Population or POPCEN. The five informants were expectant mothers or women who had just given birth during the height of COVID-19 pandemic cases. This study utilized purposive sampling, also known as judgement, selective or subjective sampling. This study used an unstructured interview guide to gather the needed data. The researchers' approach to analyzing the gathered data was through thematic analysis. Researchers were able to extract eleven common themes: Uncertainly and unrealistic hope, Birthing Alternatives, Health Concerns, Struggling to make ends meet, Locked behind doors, Meager government aid, Emotional turmoil, Pregnancy struggle, during a pandemic, Finding Diversional activities, Prevention is better than cure, and Better days will come. In disasters like pandemics, pregnant women are always considered at risk; thus, the limited prenatal checkups are cited as one of the many challenges they faced during the lockdown. It impacted their labor experience and the activities they are recommended to do for their overall safety. With all the experiences of pregnant women amidst COVID-19 pandemic, the informants have learned to adjust by remaining steadfast, resourceful, and believing that everything will eventually ne better than yesterday.
English
Pregnant women. Covid 19 pandemic.