Development of an evidence-based website on preconception health. (3rd April 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ekstrand Ragnar, Maria; Niemeyer Hultstrand, Jenny; Tydén, Tanja; Larsson, Margareta
• Is Part Of: Upsala journal of medical sciences. Volume 123:Number 2(2018)
• Page Start: 116
• Page End: 122
• Publication Date: 2018-04-03
• Subjects: Fertility awareness -- health behaviour -- internet-based information -- preconception health -- reproductive life plan; Medicine -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Electronic journals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1080/03009734.2018.1476423
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0300-9734

Abstract

Abstract: Introduction: Many women and men lack knowledge about fertility, including timing of the fertile window, age-related decline, and lifestyle factors that may impair fertility. The Internet has become an important source of information, but evidence-based information on fertility and reproduction in Swedish on the Internet is limited. The present study aimed to develop and evaluate an evidence-based fertility awareness website, 'reproduktivlivsplan.se', to increase awareness of fertility and provide guidance for improved preconception health and care among individuals and healthcare providers. Methods: The website's content, design, and layout were evaluated qualitatively among a total of 20 nursing students. An expert group of researchers also provided feedback on the content. Finally, healthcare providers ( n = 24) answered a questionnaire covering attitudes and views on the Reproductive Life Plan website as a tool for counselling. Results: The developing process resulted in a mobile-friendly website, 'reproduktivlivsplan.se' (in English: Reproductive Life Plan). The website, including the content and layout, was positively evaluated by most participants and was amended according to suggested improvements. Uppsala University was found to be a trustworthy source. Conclusion: The evidence-based website 'reproduktivlivsplan.se' was well received among users and healthcare providers and may provide guidance for improved preconception health and care if it becomes well known and frequently used.