Formal and Informal Supports for Women with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities during Pregnancy

Autor/inn/en	Rosenthal, Eliana; Parish, Susan L.; Ransom, Cristina; Smith, Lauren D.; Mitra, Monika
Titel	Formal and Informal Supports for Women with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities during Pregnancy
Quelle	In: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 60 (2022) 4, S.261-272 (12 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1934-9491
Schlagwörter	Females; Intellectual Disability; Developmental Disabilities; Pregnancy; Birth; Community Support; Social Support Groups + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Weibliches Geschlecht; Intellect; Disability; Disabilities; Verstand; Behinderung; Entwicklungsstörung; Schwangerschaft; Geburt; Social support; Soziale Unterstützung
Abstract	This article explores the role of formal and informal supports for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) throughout their pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum experiences. Data from qualitative interviews with women with IDD (n = 16) were analyzed. Results showed that formal supports aided in planning, transportation, advocacy, and providing emotional support throughout pregnancy. Informal supports helped with errands, comfort, and emotional encouragement. The community surrounding these women facilitated communication with providers, self-empowerment regarding health choices, and increased preparedness for parenthood. Findings indicate the importance of encouraging and sustaining both formal and informal supports during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum to improve pregnancy and parenting experiences for women with IDD. (As Provided).
Anmerkungen	American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. P.O. Box 1897, Lawrence, KS 66044-1897. Tel: 785-843-1235; Fax: 785-843-1274; e-mail: AJMR@allenpress.com; Web site: https://meridian.allenpress.com/aaidd
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2024/1/01