Effect of Social Media on Pregnant Women's Experiences

Abstract

Background: Pregnancy is a very important period in the women's life during which unexpected life-threatening complications may occur at any stage and many women may be die as a result of complications. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of social media on pregnant women's experiences. Design: A quasi-experimental research design was utilized. Sample type: A purposive sample was utilized. Subjects: The study subjects included 50 pregnant women who were attending predetermined setting according to inclusion criteria. Setting: The study was carried out in Antenatal Clinic at Mansoura New General Hospital, Mansoura City, Dakahlia governorate, Egypt. Tools: Three tools were used, a structure interview questionnaire, questions to assess pregnant women experiences and satisfaction likert scale. Results: The results of the present study highlighted that there was a statistical significant differences among the studied women between previous and current pregnancy experiences in favor of the current pregnancy regarding lifestyle change, taking healthy diet, number of antenatal visit, rest and sleep, dealing with dyspnea, heartburn, backache, information about baby care, all items of importance of breast feeding, information about type of immunization. Conclusion. The use of social media as an educational method during pregnancy give an actual chance for helping women learn how to cope effectively with pregnancy journey. There was a statistical significant difference among the studied women between previous and current pregnancy experiences in favor of the current pregnancy regarding lifestyle change, taking healthy diet, number of antenatal visit, rest and sleep, dealing with dyspnea, heartburn, information about baby care, all items of importance of breast feeding, information about type of immunization. Recommendation: Integrate social media educational program in nursing protocol for pregnant women.