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Conception Preferences during COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdowns
Soha Albeitawi1, Zina Al-Alami2,3, Khaldoun Khamaiseh4
1Clinical Science Department, Faculty of Medicine, Yarmouk University, Irbid 21163, Jordan.
Behavioral Sciences (Basel, Switzerland)
|May 27, 2022
Summary
COVID-19 lockdowns altered fertility behavior in Jordan. Women perceived pregnancy risks, reducing their desire for natural conception and assisted reproductive technology (ART).
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns presented unique challenges for couples planning conception.
- Understanding the impact on fertility behavior and assisted reproductive technology (ART) is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate women's perceptions of fertility behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan.
- To assess the desire for assisted reproductive technology (ART) and awareness of conception risks.
Main Methods:
- A validated online questionnaire was distributed to 814 women in Jordan (April-May 2020).
- Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS version 22 and R software.
- p values ≤ 0.05 were considered statistically significant.
Main Results:
- 78.2% of participants believed pregnancy during the pandemic posed risks.
- 16% of fertile and 40% of infertile women were trying to conceive.
- Over 89% were unwilling to use ART if needed, citing perceived risks.
Conclusions:
- Fertility behavior in Jordan shifted during the pandemic, with decreased interest in natural conception and ART.
- Perceived risks associated with conceiving during COVID-19 significantly impacted women's decisions.
- The impact on fertility behavior was more pronounced in the general fertile population compared to infertile women.
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