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. 2023 Nov;163(2):618-626.
doi: 10.1002/ijgo.14936. Epub 2023 Jun 20.

Magnitude and factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia

Tesfahun Tariku  1 , Abiyot Wolie Asres  2 , Serawit Samuel  2 , Tezera Moshago Berheto  1 , Yebeltal Kassa  3
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Magnitude and factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia

Tesfahun Tariku et al. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2023 Nov.

Abstract

Objective: To assess the magnitude and factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) among pregnant women in Humbo district, Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia.

Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from August 1 to 30, 2020. A total of 506 pregnant women were randomly selected and interviewed using a questionnaire. Data were entered using EpiData version 4.6.0, and analysis was made using SPSS version 24. An adjusted odds ratio (aOR) with a 95% confidence interval (CI) was calculated.

Results: The magnitude of BPCR in the Humbo district was 26.0%. The odds of being prepared for birth and its complications were higher among women who had a history of obstetric complications (aOR 2.77; 95% CI 1.18-6.52), participated in pregnant women's conferences (aOR 3.84; 95% CI 2.13-6.93), received advice on BPCR (aOR 2.39; 95% CI 1.36-4.22), and were knowledgeable on labor and childbirth danger signs (aOR 2.64; 95% CI 1.55-4.49).

Conclusion: The magnitude of birth preparedness and complication readiness was low in the study area. The healthcare provider should encourage the women to participate in conferences and provide continuous counseling during their prenatal care visits.

Keywords: Ethiopia; birth preparedness; complication readiness; pregnancy.

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