Research Journal of Medical Sciences
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A Study to Evaluate the Utilization Pattern of Antenatal Services by Rural and Urban Women Who Have Delivered in Selected Rural and Urban Hospitals of West Bengal
Nandita Barman, Bandana Das and Mitali Adhikari
Page: 386-391 | Received 01 May 2024, Published online: 23 May 2024
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Abstract
For women and their families, being pregnant and giving birth are unique occasions. Pregnancy can bring forth a great deal of hope and joy, and it is our country's duty to ensure that babies are born healthy by providing prenatal care from the very beginning. To identify the antenatal services availed by the mothers who have delivered in the selected rural and urban hospitals. To compare the utilization of antenatal services by rural and urban mothers. To find out the expressed problems of availing antenatal services. Conceptual framework of the study was based on Rosenstoch’s Health Belief Model (1975). A comparative and evaluative approach and purposive sampling technique was used to select 50 postnatal mothers from each rural and urban hospital. Data were collected by structured interview schedule and record analysis proforma and analysed by frequency and percentage distribution. Urban mothers utilized antenatal services more effectively, with higher timely registration, better adherence to iron and folic acid intake, and more comprehensive BCC on breastfeeding and family planning compared to rural mothers. Both groups had similar access to basic care and tetanus toxoid vaccination. Rural mothers faced more challenges in service access and adherence to prenatal care protocols. Being pregnant is a delicate time. The Indian government's emphasis on achieving 100% prenatal care underscores a critical national health priority. Despite efforts like NRHM and RCH II, significant gaps in access and utilization persist, particularly in rural areas. Strengthening healthcare infrastructure, enhancing health education, and expanding outreach efforts are essential steps to ensure all expectant mothers receive the vital prenatal care they need for maternal and child health outcomes across India.
How to cite this article:
Nandita Barman, Bandana Das and Mitali Adhikari. A Study to Evaluate the Utilization Pattern of Antenatal Services by Rural and Urban Women Who Have Delivered in Selected Rural and Urban Hospitals of West Bengal.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.33.386.391
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