Factors Affecting Birth Preparedness among Pregnant Women Attending Public #AntenatalClinics in Migori County, Kenya by Joyce Cheptum in BJSTR

Abstract

Background: Death of a pregnant woman is very devastating for the family and the community at large. Most of the causes of death are preventable through various strategies such as birth preparedness. When there is preparation early in advance, delays which can lead to #morbidities or mortalities can be averted. Despite the strategy being in place for over 20 years, there are factors which affect its practice. This study sought to establish the factors affecting #birthpreparedness among pregnant women attending public #antenatalclinics in Maori County.

Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study employing quantitative method though use of interviewer-administered questionnaire and qualitative method using focus group discussion. The study was carried out among pregnant women attending public ANC clinics in Migori County. Data analyzed using Strata version 11software.

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Factors Affecting Birth Preparedness among Pregnant Women Attending Public #AntenatalClinics in Migori County, Kenya by Joyce Cheptum in BJSTR