Navigating Pregnancy Online: An Integrative Review of Online Information-Seeking Behavior and Its Impact on Maternal Decision-Making

Authors

• Carolian Doane, St. John Fisher University
• Heather McGrane Minton, St. John Fisher UniversityFollow

Document Type

Poster Presentation

Publication Date

3-2026

Abstract

Pregnant women are turning to the internet to answer pregnancy related concerns and guide their decision-making during pregnancy. However, relying on the internet for healthcare decisions is not ideal as online information may be inaccurate, misleading, and lack individualized medical guidance. Understanding the online seeking behaviors of pregnant women will allow healthcare providers to better educate patients on where to seek trustworthy online information, allowing women to make safe and informed decisions about their pregnancy. The purpose of this integrative review is to describe online health information seeking behaviors among pregnant women in the United States.

Comments

Presented at 38th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Eastern Nursing Research Society, March 25-27, 2026

Publication Information

Doane, Carolian and McGrane Minton, Heather, "Navigating Pregnancy Online: An Integrative Review of Online Information-Seeking Behavior and Its Impact on Maternal Decision-Making" (2026). Nursing Faculty/Staff Publications. Paper 231.
https://fisherpub.sjf.edu/nursing_facpub/231

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