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DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1782174
Factors Associated with Poor Sleep Quality in Postpartum Women: A Crossectional Study
Funding Source The author(s) received no financial support for the research.![](https://www.thieme-connect.de/media/10.1055-s-00056804/EFirst/lookinside/thumbnails/10-1055-s-0044-1782174_1048-1.jpg)
Abstract
Objective This study aimed to analyze the factors associated with poor sleep quality in women in the postpartum period who were assisted in a municipality in central Brazil.
Material and Methods This is a cross-sectional study (n = 400) conducted virtually from 2020 to 2021. Sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, self-perceived sleep, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were assessed.
Results It was identified that 82% of postpartum women were between 18 and 35-years-old and had an average monthly household income of R$2,339.27 ± 1,812.95. It was also found that 33.50% (95% CI: 28.7–38.0) had sleep disorders (PSQI >10); 70.25% (95%CI 65.8–74.8) had poor sleep quality (PSQI >5); 57.4% (95% CI: 52.0–63.1) had inadequate sleep on weekdays/workdays; and 64.1% (95% CI 59.3–69.2) had unsuitable sleep on weekends/days off. It was found that the factors associated with sleep disturbance were: age between <18 years and >35 years (p = 0.048); difficulty to think clearly (p = 0.043); frequent sadness (p = 0.046); poor sleep quality; low income (p = 0.030); difficulty to think clearly (p = 0.013); and loss of interest in things (p = 0.030). As for sleep on weekdays, the associated factors were: marital status without a partner (p = 0.008); and being a victim of physical violence (p = 0.003). Finally, for sleep on weekends/off: nonwhite skin-color (p = 0.039); and having postpartum depression (p = 0.029).
Conclusion The findings of the present study call attention to the impacts of changes in women's bodies, behavior, and interpersonal relationships caused by the arrival of a newborn. We also highlight the need for a multidisciplinary and comprehensive medical approach in this period.
Publication History
Received: 26 December 2022
Accepted: 03 October 2023
Article published online:
15 May 2024
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