A5093969239- Maternal and fetal healthcare
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
2024-2025
Mbeya University of Science and Technology
2025
Background Despite existing policies promoting companionship, it remains uncommon in Tanzania. Pregnant women select a trusted individual to accompany them during childbirth, providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support. The World Health Organization recommends birth companionship as integral intrapartum care for positive maternal fetal outcomes. Objective This study aimed explore the experiences of pregnant healthcare providers regarding childbirth at tertiary health facility...
Background Intrapartum continuity of care to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality relies heavily on a functional effective referral system between tiers care. Capacity building providers in managing intrapartum referrals is expected improve the efficiency system, but this does not always work practice. This study explored experiences perceptions maternity healthcare emergency Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Methods An exploratory qualitative was conducted at Amana Regional Referral Hospital...