From the shadows: A qualitative study of fathers' perspectives and experiences of their partner's gestational diabetes mellitus and its implications.

IF 3.2 3区医学 Q2 ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM

Diabetic Medicine Pub Date : 2024-12-06 DOI:10.1111/dme.15488

Madeleine Benton, Nabiha Waheed, Khalida Ismail

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Abstract

Aims: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects an increasing number of women each year. Research involving partners of women with GDM, such as fathers is limited, however, understanding their perspectives and involvement in GDM management could enhance health outcomes for both women and their families. This study aims to explore the impact and experiences of GDM on fathers in the perinatal period.

Methods: Qualitative, individual, semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals whose partners either currently had GDM or had been diagnosed with GDM within the past 3 years. All participants identified as biological fathers. Data were transcribed and analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Results: Nine fathers participated in the study. Analysis resulted in four themes that explored fathers' experiences of GDM during the perinatal period: 'navigating a GDM diagnosis', 'partnering in management and health', 'finding a place within the GDM journey' and 'the lasting impact of GDM'.

Conclusion: Fathers encountered wide-ranging impacts of their partners' GDM. Fathers provided both practical and emotional support to their partners. Engaging fathers in discussions at diagnosis and in management could facilitate the maintenance of positive health behaviour changes postpartum, potentially reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes for both parents.

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Diabetic Medicine 医学-内分泌学与代谢

CiteScore

7.20

自引率

5.70%

发文量

229

审稿时长

3-6 weeks

期刊介绍： Diabetic Medicine, the official journal of Diabetes UK, is published monthly simultaneously, in print and online editions. The journal publishes a range of key information on all clinical aspects of diabetes mellitus, ranging from human genetic studies through clinical physiology and trials to diabetes epidemiology. We do not publish original animal or cell culture studies unless they are part of a study of clinical diabetes involving humans. Categories of publication include research articles, reviews, editorials, commentaries, and correspondence. All material is peer-reviewed. We aim to disseminate knowledge about diabetes research with the goal of improving the management of people with diabetes. The journal therefore seeks to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas between clinicians and researchers worldwide. Topics covered are of importance to all healthcare professionals working with people with diabetes, whether in primary care or specialist services. Surplus generated from the sale of Diabetic Medicine is used by Diabetes UK to know diabetes better and fight diabetes more effectively on behalf of all people affected by and at risk of diabetes as well as their families and carers.”