The role of informational support from women's social networks on antenatal care initiation: qualitative evidence from pregnant women in Uganda

• Main Authors: Alison B. Comfort (Author), Alison M. El Ayadi (Author), Carol S. Camlin (Author), Alexander C. Tsai (Author), Hadija Nalubwama (Author), Josaphat Byamugisha (Author), Dilys M. Walker (Author), James Moody (Author), Tatyana Roberts (Author), Umar Senoga (Author), Paul J. Krezanoski (Author), Cynthia C. Harper (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2022-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Early and appropriate use of antenatal care services is critical for reducing maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity. Yet most women in sub-Saharan Africa, including Uganda, do not seek antenatal care until later during pregnancy. This qualitative study explored pregnant w...