From: Prenatal yoga for young women a mixed methods study of acceptability and benefits
Number of respondents (n = 14) | |
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Lack of family support and understanding • Lack of practical support from family • Family disapproval • Having to move back in with family of origin for support was stressful | 4 |
Cultural issues • Cultural shame. • Cultural reasons (dowry) | 4 |
Concerns about the baby • Not feeling pregnant due to small size of belly • Worry about baby • Concerned about small size of baby in utero and struggling with complex medical terminology • Concern about impact of stress on foetus | 4 |
Mental health gPartner’s financial and legal issues impacting on mental health • History of anxiety in previous pregnancy • Pre-existing mental health condition | 3 |
Relationship with father of the baby • Relationship difficulties – no support, poor communication, no affection from partner • Relationship issues with Father of baby • Relationship stress with Father of baby | 3 |
Not knowing what to expect (pregnancy and emotional changes) • Because it’s my first baby • Physical changes | 3 |
Intimate partner violence | 3 |
Employment • Concern of employment security • Workforce discrimination • Stress of working and being pregnant | 3 |
Education pressures • Ceasing education • Managing study | 3 |