Stressful life events in pregnancy and sleep problems in childhood: Evidence from the ELSPAC Cohort

ConclusionsExposure to prenatal SLE was associated with a higher number of sleep problems in early childhood and with their persistence over time. Thus, experiencing prenatal stress may serve as a predisposing factor for the development of sleep problems later in life.Key messagesChildren of mothers who experienced stressful life events in pregnancy had more sleep problems during childhood.Prenatal exposure to stress may predispose individuals to sleep problems later in life.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research