Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2010
Abstract
The Population Council designed an operations research study to assess the potential acceptability of a new cadre of community midwives (CMWs) for pregnancy and delivery-related care in rural Pakistan. Specific objectives of the study were to determine the need for skilled birth attendants, identify any misconceptions in the community about CMWs, determine levels of acceptance in the community, and explore barriers to the placement of CMWs in the community. The report recommends sensitizing family members so they are more willing to grant permission for pregnant women to consult CMWs, developing flexible fee structures, giving clients greater accessibility, building a network of resources, and establishing collaborative networks with local TBAs.
Recommended Citation
Wajid, Abdul, Ali M. Mir, Zubaida Rashid, and Abida Aziz. 2010. "Assessing the potential acceptability of a new cadre of community midwives for pregnancy and delivery related care in rural Pakistan: Findings from a qualitative study." Islambabad: Population Council.
DOI
10.31899/rh2.1085
Language
English
Project
Pakistan Initiative for Mothers and Newborns (PAIMAN)
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