Publications by authors named "Avery Trimm"
Problem: While studies across the United States have explored how the perinatal period was affected by COVID-19, most studies have focused on pregnancy and delivery rather than on women's postpartum experiences.
Background: Postpartum is a critical period of development for mothers and newborns, with factors such as maternal mental health and quality of mother-infant bonding playing instrumental roles in children's socioemotional outcomes. Yet, COVID-19 served as a significant stressor for many women and acted as a barrier to receiving postpartum supports.