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Fatigue in early pregnancy. An exploratory study.

N Reeves1, K Potempa, A Gallo

  • 1Department of Maternal-Child Nursing, University of Illinois, College of Nursing, Chicago 60612.

Journal of Nurse-Midwifery
|September 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Early pregnancy fatigue affects 90% of women, impacting daily activities. This common symptom is linked to physiological and psychological factors, not rest or environmental stressors.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Psychology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Fatigue is a common yet often underestimated experience during early pregnancy.
  • Understanding the multifaceted nature of pregnancy-related fatigue is crucial for maternal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and intensity of fatigue in early pregnancy.
  • To explore the relationship between fatigue and physiological, psychological, and environmental factors.

Main Methods:

  • A convenience sample of 30 pregnant women (20-35 years, <20 weeks gestation) without health issues was recruited.
  • Physiological (nausea, sleep quality), psychological (depression, anxiety), and environmental (work hours, home environment) variables were measured.
  • Pearson correlations and content analysis were employed for data analysis.

Main Results:

  • 90% of participants reported experiencing significant fatigue.
  • Fatigue correlated significantly with nausea and feeling tired upon waking.
  • Psychological variables including depression, anger, anxiety, and confusion showed significant correlations with fatigue.
  • No significant relationship was found between fatigue and environmental factors like work hours or number of children.

Conclusions:

  • Fatigue is a prevalent and impactful issue for women in early pregnancy, often unrelieved by rest.
  • Physiological and psychological factors, potentially mediated by hormonal changes, are significantly associated with pregnancy fatigue.
  • Further research into the underlying mechanisms of pregnancy-related fatigue is warranted.

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