Maternity waiting homes in Liberia: Results of a countrywide multi-sector scale-up.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Descriptions of maternity waiting homes (MWHs) as an intervention to increase facility delivery for women living in remote geographic areas dates back to the 1950s, yet there is limited information on the scale-up and sustainability of MWHs. The objective of this study was to describe the evolutionary scale-up of MWHs as a component of health system strengthening efforts and document the successes, challenges, and barriers to sustainability in Liberia.

Methods

Data were collected from a national sample of 119 MWHs in Liberia established between 2010-2018. The study used a mixed method design that included focus group discussions, individual interviews, logbook reviews, and geographic information systems. Qualitative data were grouped into themes using Glaser's cons

SUBMITTER: Lori JR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7310707 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature