التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Childbirth preparation and its facilitating and inhibiting factors from the perspectives of pregnant and postpartum women in Tabriz-Iran: a qualitative study. |
| المؤلفون: |
Alizadeh-Dibazari, Zohreh, Abbasalizadeh, Fatemeh, Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi, Sakineh, Jahanfar, Shayesteh, Mirghafourvand, Mojgan |
| المصدر: |
Reproductive Health; 7/12/2024, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p1-18, 18p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
CHILDBIRTH & psychology, HEALTH literacy, FEAR, HEALTH attitudes, QUALITATIVE research, MATERNAL health services, DELIVERY (Obstetrics), PATIENT safety, PATIENTS, RESEARCH funding, PUERPERIUM, INTERVIEWING, CONTENT analysis, HEALTH, HOSPITAL admission & discharge, MATERNAL mortality, CHILDBIRTH education, PREGNANT women, ATTITUDES of mothers, JUDGMENT sampling, EMOTIONS, LABOR (Obstetrics), INFORMATION resources, HYGIENE, DESCRIPTIVE statistics, PRENATAL care, LONGITUDINAL method, SOUND recordings, THEMATIC analysis, RESEARCH methodology, RESEARCH, FINANCIAL management, SAFE sex, PSYCHOLOGICAL stress, WOMEN'S health, SOCIAL support, HEALTH promotion, POSTURE, FAMILY support, PHYSICAL activity, NUTRITION, PREGNANCY |
| مصطلحات جغرافية: |
IRAN |
| مستخلص: |
Background: The World Health Organization recognizes childbirth preparation as an essential component of antenatal care, as it plays a crucial role in reducing maternal mortality and improving women's childbirth experience. Countries worldwide have implemented various interventions to assist women in preparing for childbirth, based on their own resources. This study was conducted with the aim of exploring the perspectives of pregnant and postpartum women on childbirth preparation and the facilitating and inhibiting factors, in Tabriz, Iran. Methods: This qualitative study was conducted with 25 participants, selected purposively among pregnant women in weeks 37 to 40 of gestation and postpartum women within 10 days to 6 weeks after childbirth. Data collection was done through semi-structured, in-depth individual interviews using an interview guide. The data was analyzed using content analysis method with conventional approach. Results: The perspectives of pregnant and postpartum women regarding childbirth preparation revealed that factors such as maternal health during pregnancy, having an antenatal care plan, improving health literacy, and developing a birth plan were identified as crucial elements for effective childbirth preparation. Additionally, mental and emotional preparation, support, financial planning, participation in preparation classes, and awareness of childbirth methods were recognized as facilitators. On the other hand, insufficient mental and emotional preparedness, inadequate support, weak antenatal care, information deficiencies, insufficient physical activity, and a lack of a birth plan were identified as barriers. Conclusion: The findings highlight the multifaceted nature of childbirth preparedness, necessitating the involvement of families, the healthcare system, and the entire community. Utilizing the study results in strategic planning for pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and inter-pregnancy care can enhance childbirth preparedness and contribute to achieving Iran's population rejuvenation policy goals. Plain English summary: The World Health Organization recognizes that preparing for childbirth is an important part of prenatal care. It can help reduce maternal deaths and improve women's experiences during childbirth. Countries around the world have implemented different programs to help women prepare for childbirth, based on their own resources. This study was conducted in Tabriz, Iran to understand how pregnant and recently pregnant women view childbirth preparation and what factors help or hinder it. The study involved 25 participants who were intentionally chosen from pregnant women in their last month of pregnancy and women who had given birth within the past 6 weeks by researchers. The researchers conducted in-depth interviews with each participant, using a set of questions, to gather information. From these interviews, the researchers identified several themes related to childbirth preparation. These themes included considering the mother's health during pregnancy, planning for antenatal care, promoting health literacy, creating a childbirth plan, identifying factors that help with preparation, and understanding barriers to preparation. The findings of this study highlight the complexity of preparing for childbirth and emphasize the need for involvement from families, the healthcare system, and the entire community. By utilizing these findings to develop plans prior to pregnancy, during pregnancy, and between pregnancies, we can enhance childbirth preparedness and contribute to Iran's objectives for population growth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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