March 3, 2026Open Access

Using smart devices for prenatal care: Assessing the willingness among women with pregnancy-related anxiety

Key Points

Pregnant women show a strong willingness to use smart devices for prenatal care, especially those with anxiety.
Around 70% of women experiencing high anxiety levels express interest in these technologies.
Analysis of attitudes unveils a promising acceptance trend toward pregnancy-related wearable devices.
Further studies are necessary to explore feasibility and develop new wearable options for prenatal health.

Abstract

The data suggest that pregnant women are receptive to using smart devices to enhance their prenatal care, particularly those experiencing higher levels of anxiety. This study serves as an initial step in evaluating attitudes toward these devices. As a follow-up, it is recommended that acceptance and feasibility studies are conducted alongside the further development of existing and new pregnancy-specific wearables.

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Stefanie Altmannshofer

Filip Weidenthaler

Adriana Titzmann

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Digital Health

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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

University of Bayreuth

Universitätsklinikum Erlangen

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