scholarly journals Knowledge of Preconception Care and Associated Factors among Pregnant Mothers with Pre-existing Diabetes Mellitus in selected Governmental Hospitals, Addis Ababa Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aychew Kassie ◽  
Tigistu Gebreyohannis Gebretensaye ◽  
Mesfin Abebe
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Preconception Care ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Duration Of Diabetes ◽  
Unintended Pregnancies ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
Women’S Knowledge ◽  
Pregnant Mothers

Abstract Background: Many women with diabetes mellitus experience high rates of unintended pregnancies, infant morbidity and mortality and preventable birth defects.Thus, preconception care offers the potential for earlier risk assessment and intervention that can benefit women before pregnancy and ensure the healthiest possible start for the newborn child. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge and experience of preconception care and associated factors among pregnant mothers with pre-existing diabetes mellitus. Methods: Facility based quantitative cross-sectional study design was employed among 142 conveniently selected pregnant women between March 11and April 12, 2018. Logistic regression including bivariate and multivariate analysis considering 95% CI was utilized to examine association between dependent and independent variables. P-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Result: this study found that 67(42.7%) of pregnant women with pre-existing diabetes mellitus had good knowledge on preconception care. Educational level, occupation and duration of diabetes was associated with knowledge about preconception care AOR= 0.24 [0.065, 0.828], AOR= 0.042[0.102(0.011-0.918] and AOR= 0.035 [3.599(.095-11.833] respectively. Conclusion: women’s knowledge on preconception care in this study is low. Education, occupation and duration of diabetes were factors associated with knowledge of preconception care. Establishment of preconception care strategies addressing all components of the care and increasing women’s knowledge about preconception care is an important component to ensure prevention of potential risks.

scholarly journals What do women know before getting pregnant? Knowledge of preconception care and associated factors among pregnant women in Mana district, Southwest Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. e035937
Author(s):  
Firanbon Teshome ◽  
Yohannes Kebede ◽  
Fira Abamecha ◽  
Zewdie Birhanu
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Preconception Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Southwest Ethiopia ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
Women’S Knowledge

ObjectiveTo assess knowledge of preconception care and associated factors among pregnant women in Mana district, Jimma zone, Oromia Region, Southwest Ethiopia, in 2019.DesignA community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from 2 March to 10 April 2019.SettingThe study was conducted in Mana district. Eight rural Gandas and one urban Ganda were included in the study.ParticipantsOut of 715 pregnant women in the selected rural Gandas, 553 participated in the study, whereas 70 out of 88 were recruited from the urban Ganda. A total of 623 pregnant women participated in the study.Primary and secondary outcome measuresWomen’s knowledge of preconception care was determined. Descriptive statistics were calculated as necessary. Logistic and linear regression analyses were used to identify the association of women’s knowledge of preconception care with explanatory variables.ResultsAmong 623 respondents, 133 (21.3%) of pregnant women had good knowledge of preconception care. Multivariable linear regression analysis showed that women who attended secondary and above education (β=3.6; p<0.001) and those for whom their husbands attended secondary and above education (β=2.3; p=0.001), planned pregnancy status (β=1.2; p=0.005), being on follow-up for pre-existing medical illnesses (β=1.5; p=0.014) and having four or more antenatal care visits (β=0.4; p=0.016) were significantly associated with women’s knowledge of preconception care.ConclusionThe findings imply that providing health education and health promotion for women is important to improve their level of knowledge of preconception care.

scholarly journals Dietary diversity practice and associated factors among pregnant women attending ANC in Kolfe Keranyo sub city health centers, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Walelgn Tefera ◽  
Tsegahun Worku Brhanie ◽  
Mamo Dereje
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Dietary Diversity ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Nutrition Information ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Pregnant Mothers

AbstractBackgroundAdequate and healthy diet during pregnancy is essential for the health of both mother and newborn. Dietary diversity is a proxy indicator of maternal nutrient adequacy. However, little is documented on dietary diversity among pregnant women.ObjectivesThis study was designed to assess the dietary diversity practice and associated factors among pregnant women attending ANC in health centers of the coffee keranyo sub city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2018MethodsInstitution based cross-sectional study was conducted on 406 randomly selected pregnant women attending ANC in health centers of the coffee keranyo sub city, Addis Ababa from March 2-April 2/ 2018. Data were collected by using interviewer and 24 H dietary recall method. Data had entered and analyzed using SPSS version 21. Multiple logistic regression was run to assess factors associated with the dependent variable at P<0.05.ResultThe mean DDS was 5.45± 1.83. About 60.9% of pregnant women had good dietary diversity practice. Pregnant women learned collage and above had more dietary diversity practice than the illiterate one [AOR=2.26., 95% CI: (1.066, 4.808)]. Pregnant women with monthly income more than 5,000 ETB had more dietary diversity than income less than 2,000 ETB [AOR=2.33, 95% CI: (1.234, 4.416)]. Pregnant women at second ANC visit had more dietary diversity than at first visit [AOR=2.42, 95% CI: (1.183, 4.952)]. Having nutrition information during pregnancy increases 2 times dietary diversity practice than none informed ones [AOR=2.10, 95% CI: (1.294, 3.422)].Conclusion and RecommendationThe mean DDS among the pregnant mothers was 5.45. 60.9% of pregnant women had good dietary diversity score and 39.1 % had poor dietary diversity. Mothers education, monthly income, second and third ANC visit and nutrition information had a positive significant with pregnant mothers’ dietary diversity (P<0.05. Early initiation of ANC visit and incorporation of nutrition education in each visit should be practice. Health extension workers should provide nutritional education to every pregnant woman.

scholarly journals Dietary Diversity Practice and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Anc in Kolfe Keranyo Sub City Health Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tsegahun Worku Brhanie ◽  
Walelgn Tefera ◽  
Mamo Dereje
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Dietary Diversity ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Nutrition Information ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Pregnant Mothers

Abstract Background: Adequate and healthy diet during pregnancy is essential for the health of both mother and newborn. Dietary diversity is a proxy indicator of maternal nutrient adequacy. However, little is documented on dietary diversity among pregnant women. Objectives: This study was designed to assess the dietary diversity practice and associated factors among pregnant women attending ANC in health centers of the coffee keranyo sub city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methods: Institution based cross-sectional study was conducted on 406 randomly selected pregnant women attending ANC in health centers of the coffee keranyo sub city, Addis Ababa from March 2-April 2/ 2018. Data were collected by using interviewer and 24 H dietary recall method. Data had entered and analyzed using SPSS version 21. Multiple logistic regression was run to assess factors associated with the dependent variable at P<0.05. Result: The mean DDS was 5.45 +-1.83. About 60.9% of pregnant women had good dietary diversity practice. Pregnant women learned collage and above had more dietary diversity practice than the illiterate one [AOR=2.26, 95% CI: (1.066, 4.808)]. Pregnant women with monthly income more than 5,000 ETB had more dietary diversity than income less than 2,000 ETB [AOR=2.33, 95% CI: (1.234, 4.416)]. Pregnant women at second ANC visit had more dietary diversity than at the first visit [AOR=2.42, 95% CI: (1.183, 4.952)]. Having nutrition information during pregnancy increases 2 times dietary diversity practice than none informed ones [AOR=2.10, 95% CI: (1.294, 3.422)].Conclusion and Recommendation: The mean DDS among the pregnant mothers was 5.45. 60.9% of pregnant women had a good dietary diversity score and 39.1 % had poor dietary diversity. Mothers’ education, monthly income, second and third ANC visit and nutrition information had a positive significant with pregnant mothers’ dietary diversity (P<0.05. Early initiation of ANC visit and incorporation of nutrition education at each visit should be practiced. Health extension workers should provide nutritional education to every pregnant woman.

scholarly journals Exploring maternal nutrition counseling provided by health professionals during antenatal care follow-up: a qualitative study in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia-2019

BMC Nutrition ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Matyas Atnafu Alehegn ◽  
Tsegaye Kebede Fanta ◽  
Agumas Fentahun Ayalew
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Maternal Nutrition ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Nutrition Counseling ◽  
Institutional Barriers ◽  
Size Adjustment ◽  
Sample Size Adjustment ◽  
Pregnant Mothers

Abstract Background Nutritional awareness and practice of women during pregnancy could be determining their nutritional status, which significantly affects the outcome of pregnancy. Therefore this study aims to explore the maternal nutrition counseling provided by health professionals for pregnant women, Barriers to maternal nutrition, and major interventions. Methods A descriptive study design with a qualitative method by using ground theory tradition, based on constructivist research approach and Charmaz’s (2000) study design has been conducted from September-01/2019 _November-16/2019 among pregnant women who got ANC service in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A purposive sampling technique was used. Practical observations and in-depth interviews were conducted. The sample size adjustment has been carried out according to the information saturation obtained, and finally, 81 practical observations, In-depth interview with two center managers, nine health professionals and eleven term pregnant women has been conducted. An observational checklist and Semi-structured, open-ended questionnaires were used. Data, the environment, and methodological triangulation were carried out. A conceptual framework has been established based on the data collected about the whole process of maternal nutrition counseling during pregnancy. ATLAS TI software was utilized for information analysis. The results Most participants responded that maternal nutrition counseling provided to pregnant mothers is not adequate and neglected by most stakeholders. From 81 practical observations, health professionals counseled to mothers were 10 what to feed, 4 what to limit to consume, and 5 were counseled about what to eat during pregnancy. Close to all the respondents agreed on the importance of providing nutrition counseled by the nutritionists. Most of the study participants emphasized a shortage of time as primary barriers. Institutional Barriers, Professional Barriers, Maternal Barriers, and Community Barriers were major barriers to nutrition counseling. Conclusions Generally, maternal nutrition counseling provided to pregnant mothers was not adequate and neglected by most stakeholders. Shortage of time due to client flow, Institutional Barriers, Professional Barriers, Maternal Barriers, and Community Barriers were major categories of maternal nutritional counseling barriers. Information update and timely preparation were recommended to health professionals.

Effect of An Educational Intervention on Pregnant Women’s Knowledge and Self-Care Practices Regarding Urinary Tract Infection

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 11
Author(s):  
Hemmat M. El-bana ◽  
Hanan A. Ali
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Care Practices ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
Women’S Knowledge

Contents: The most prevalent type of infection during pregnancy is urinary tract infections (UTIs). It affects up to ten percent of pregnant women and may cause serious adverse pregnancy outcomes for both mother and fetus. Aim:  The research aimed to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention on pregnant women’s knowledge and self-care practices regarding urinary tract infection.  Methods: A quasi-experimental (pre/post-test) design was adopted to fulfill this study's aim. The study was conducted at the Obstetrics and Gynaecological outpatient clinic in Benha university hospital on a purposive sample of 68 pregnant women among those attending the setting mentioned above. Two key instruments were used to collect data: A structured interviewing questionnaire, self-care practices checklist. Results: revealed a highly statistically significant difference in pregnant women's knowledge and self-care practices related to urinary tract infection at post-intervention compared to their pre-intervention phase (p-values < 0.001). A highly significant positive correlation was illustrated between studied women's total knowledge and total practice scores at pre (p=0.04) and post-intervention (p=0.000) phases. Conclusion: The study concluded that the research hypothesis is supported, and pregnant women exhibited better knowledge and self-care practices regarding (UTI) during pregnancy after implementing an educational intervention than before. The study recommended that knowledge and self-care concepts regarding UTI through antenatal screening programs in early pregnancy should be empowered as an essential part of all women's health care levels and strategies.

scholarly journals Hubungan Pengetahuan Dan Kepatuhan Ibu Hamil Konsumsi Tablet Tambah Darah Dengan Kejadian Anemia Di Kecamatan Leitimur Selatan Dan Teluk Ambon

2021 ◽  
pp. 229-236
Author(s):  
Elpira Asmin ◽  
Armando Salulinggi ◽  
Christiana Rialine Titaley ◽  
Johan Bension
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Iron Supplementation ◽  
Analytical Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Iron Supplements ◽  
Nutritional Problem ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Women’S Knowledge ◽  
Prevalence Of Anemia

Background: Anemia is a public health nutritional problem, especially for pregnant women. Anemia in pregnancy can adversely affect the morbidity and mortality of both mother and baby. According to the WHO, the prevalence of anemia in Indonesia was 40.5% in 2015, and 42% in 2016. One of the government's efforts to reduce the rate of anemia is the provision of iron tablets. In Indonesia, the coverage of giving at least 90 tablets during pregnancy in 2017 reached 80.81%. However, in Maluku Province, the coverage of iron supplementation (47.35%) was included amongst the four lowest provinces. This study aims to examine the relationship between pregnant women's knowledge and consumption of iron tablets and anemia in the Districts of South Leitimur and Teluk Ambon. Methods: This research is an analytical study with a cross-sectional approach. The subjects of this study were 165 pregnant women who were taken by purposive sampling.Result: The results showed 50.3% of pregnant women had anemia and only 21.8% complied with taking iron tablets. We found that there was no statistically significant association between pregnant women's knowledge of iron supplementation (p=0.443), as well as compliance with taking iron supplements (p=0.135), and anemia. Nevertheless, the percentage of women with anemia was lower in pregnant women who complied with taking iron supplements than those who did not comply. Conclusion : This study shows that efforts are still required to reduce the prevalence of anemia in Ambon City, including increasing women's compliance to take iron tablets.

The Correlation of Pregnant Women's Knowledge Regarding Cosmetics and the Use of Face Cream

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 1330-1332
Author(s):  
T. Yubiah ◽  
N. Sulami ◽  
Nurha edah
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Maternal Knowledge ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Women’S Knowledge

Background: The knowledge of pregnant women about cosmetics' dangers is still shallow; this is because pregnant women mostly have never consulted a dermatologist regarding the cosmetic products they use. Aim: This study aimed to determine the relationship between pregnant women's knowledge about cosmetics and the use of facial cream. Method: This research applied an analytical survey with a cross-sectional approach. The study samples were 40 pregnant women taken from a population of 44 pregnant women who used facial cream with Slovin formula and a purposive sampling technique that met the inclusion criteria. The instrument used questionnaires. Results: Data analyzed by the Chi-Square test showed bivariate results (ρ = 0.001) <0.05 indicating that there were relationships between 2 variables. Conclusion: In conclusion, there was a relationship between maternal knowledge about cosmetics and the use of facial cream in the Bre Village of Palibelo Primary Health Center in 2017. Keywords: Knowledge, Pregnant women, Cosmetics

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