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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Maternal Health

Background:

  • Sleep disturbances are frequently reported during pregnancy.
  • Understanding the prevalence and contributing factors to sleep issues is crucial for maternal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify sleep characteristics and associated factors during pregnancy.
  • To track changes in sleep quality across gestational trimesters.

Main Methods:

  • A longitudinal study followed 50 pregnant women without comorbidities.
  • Data collection occurred at three trimesters using sociodemographic, clinical, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and Sleep Diary instruments.
  • Statistical analyses included Chi-square, non-parametric tests, and regression models.

Main Results:

  • Sleep disorders were reported by 55.3% at T1, 39.5% at T2, and 65.8% at T3.
  • The risk of reporting sleep problems increased by 67% in the third trimester (T3) compared to the second trimester (T2).

Conclusions:

  • Poor sleep quality is highly prevalent, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy.
  • Prenatal care presents a critical opportunity for healthcare providers, especially nurses, to implement educational interventions and promote sleep hygiene.