*3.6. The Curses*

In this study, we define curses as a challenge, a cause of harm or misery, or something that negatively influences well-being. In addition to identifying many unexpected rewards and positive outcomes during this period of public health measures, new parents also identified many challenges. The majority of mothers in our study revealed that they experienced complex contradictions during this time. In contrast to the 'Blessings' there were many 'Curses'.
