What is it about?
Birth preparedness is a strategy which has been found effective in increasing utilization of skilled birth attendance, thus eventually prevent maternal mortality occurring due to delays. Pregnancy complications occur without warning. Knowledge and practice of birth preparedness among pregnant women and her community ensures readiness during labour and delivery or when complications occur.
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Why is it important?
Most causes of maternal mortality occur from preventable causes. Birth preparedness is important since it ensures readiness of both the woman and her family for labour and childbirth.
Perspectives
This article has shed light on knowledge and practice of birth preparedness in the area of study. This research was an eye opener to other areas of research that need to be explored. I hope the readers enjoy this article.
Dr. Joyce Jebet
Aga Khan University
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This page is a summary of: Knowledge and practice of birth preparedness among women of child bearing age in Migori County, Kenya, African Journal of Midwifery and Women s Health, October 2017, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/ajmw.2017.11.4.190.
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