M Mirmohammadali, T Mirmolaei, Gh Babaei, N Borghei,
Volume 8, Issue 2 (10 2002)
Abstract
This is a retrospective research in order to compare the side effect of DMPA with OCP in reproductive women referring to health center in Kalaleh in year 1998. In this assessment the total number of women participated were 198, from this 115 were using Depo medroxy progesterone injection, and 83 women taking OCP. All the research subjects were assessed for having specifice character necessary for this research, and participated willingly. Data collecting was done by the means of questionnaire and checklist, data analysis was performed.
The result revealed most users of DMPA were older with higher incidence of pregnancy and more children, lower socio - economical education and using injection for shorter period, comparing to women taking tablets, however the users of injection were taking OCP before, but those taking OCP never used any other method of contraceptive. There was a significant differences in headache, nausea, decreased vaginal discharge and menstrual problems, but no significant differences in acne, backache, leg cramps, mastalgia and hair loss were observed.
Narjes Sadat Borghei, Ali Taghipour, Robab Latifnejad Roudsari,
Volume 23, Issue 2 (summer 2017)
Abstract
Background & Aim: Mothers during pregnancy face many concerns. Identifying mothers’ strategies to manage those concerns can help healthcare providers to promote their mental health. The aim of this study was to explore pregnant mothers’ strategies for the management of their concerns during pregnancy.
Methods & Materials: This qualitative study was conducted in Gorgan city during 2014-2015. The study participants were 20 pregnant women and three of their husbands as well as three experienced midwives who were selected using purposive sampling and interviewed through semi-structured interview. Data were analyzed through conventional content analysis using the MAXQDA software.
Results: Data analysis led to the emergence of five main categories including the utilization of purposive knowledge acquisition, reliance on the leverage of spirituality, thinking management and stress control, the effort to maintain and improve familial interactions and emotional preparation for pregnancy.
Conclusion: The five strategies used by pregnant women to manage their concerns, were identified in this study. Midwives can play an important role in implementing these strategies and empowering pregnant women.
