Male Involvement in Birth Preparedness in Rural Uganda
Author Information
Author(s): Kakaire Othman, Kaye Dan K, Osinde Michael O
Primary Institution: Makerere University College of Health Sciences
Hypothesis
What factors are associated with birth preparedness and male participation in the birth plan among emergency obstetric referrals in rural Uganda?
Conclusion
Empowering women, families, and communities is essential for making pregnancy safer through the development of a birth plan.
Supporting Evidence
- 73.8% of women and 55.2% of their spouses had no formal education or only primary level education.
- Primigravidae were more likely to have a birth plan compared to multigravidae.
- Education level of spouse significantly influenced the likelihood of having a birth plan.
Takeaway
This study shows that men can help their partners prepare for childbirth, which can make pregnancy safer.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted at Kabale regional hospital maternity ward, collecting data from 140 women admitted as emergency obstetric referrals.
Potential Biases
Responses may reflect socially desirable answers due to the interview setting.
Limitations
The study was hospital-based, limiting generalizability, and responses about the birth plan were collected after delivery, which may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of women was 26.8 years; 73.8% had no formal education or only primary education.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI (1.0-3.0) for Primigravidae vs. Multigravidae; 95% CI (1.2-11.0) for spouse education level.
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