What Do Antenatal Women Want From Their Antenatal Education? A National Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Antenatal education (ANE) equips pregnant women with knowledge and skills for pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period. It should facilitate preparation for the whole spectrum of the maternal journey and empower women to make informed decisions. This study aimed to explore the antenatal education needs and preferences of women who are currently pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Methods

A UK wide cross-sectional survey was conducted (September 2019 to July 2020), recruiting women living in the UK, above 16, who were currently pregnant or planning a pregnancy. The survey gathered demographic information, details of current or planned class attendance, preferred ANE providers and desired skills and information. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, and f

SUBMITTER: Larkai E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11926007 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature