Pregnant and Homeless in the <scp>UK</scp>: A Qualitative Analysis of Maternal Experiences in Temporary Accommodation

Living in temporary accommodations whilst pregnant negatively impacts physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Improving care for pregnant mothers experiencing homelessness requires systemic change within housing and maternity services to acknowledge housing security as an essential need for pregnant and parenting mothers.

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Birth
Published
2025-04-04
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https://doi.org/10.1111/birt.12919
Primary Topic
Homelessness and Social Issues
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Pregnant and Homeless in the UK: A Qualitative Analysis of Maternal Experiences in Temporary Accommodation

Andrew Symon, Sara Cumming
Birth
Homelessness and Social Issues
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Pregnant and Homeless in the UK: A Qualitative Analysis of Maternal Experiences in Temporary Accommodation

Andrew Symon, Sara Cumming
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Abstract

Living in temporary accommodations whilst pregnant negatively impacts physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Improving care for pregnant mothers experiencing homelessness requires systemic change within housing and maternity services to acknowledge housing security as an essential need for pregnant and parenting mothers.

BirthVol. 52(3)
University of Dundee (GB)
Royal College of Midwives, Wellbeing of Women, Burdett Trust for Nursing
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 89%
Homelessness and Social Issues
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