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Sociodemographic Factors Associated With Postpartum Readiness: A Survey Study
Erin G McHugh1,2, Catherine Marudo1,3, Niloufar Safvati4
1University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.
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The postpartum period is pivotal for both maternal and infant well-being, yet factors influencing postpartum readiness remain underexplored. This study investigates these factors with an emphasis on the impact of perinatal educators on optimizing readiness. We conducted a cross-sectional survey using a modified "Perceived Readiness for Discharge After Birth Scale" among patients up to 6 weeks postpartum. Our analysis, through multivariable regression, indicated that multiparous individuals felt more prepared for the postpartum period compared with primiparous individuals. Factors such as age, race, ethnicity, education, and other demographic variables did not significantly affect perceived readiness. The findings suggest that tailored postpartum education is essential, particularly for first-time parents, and that demographic factors alone should not dictate preparedness assessments.
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