Effect of education on birthing in primigravida mothers in a hospital in Maharshtra

Abstract

Background and Aim: The study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of teaching on birthing among the primigravida mothers attending the antenatal clinic of Pravara Rural Hospital Loni. Subjects and Methods: A quasi experimental research study, post test only design with control group and study group approach was used. Total 60 subjects (30 each control and study group) were included in the study. The data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics and presented in the form of tables and figures. Results: The results showed that highest percentage (40%) of primi mothers are from age group of 18-20 years. Highest percentage (50%) of primi mothers had secondary education. Highest percentage (43%) of primi mothers were housewives. Majority (67%) of primi mothers were Hindu in religion. Majority (67%) of primi mothers monthly income was less than Rs. 5000. The present study also showed that there was significant impact of education on birthing among mothers. Conclusion: The study concluded that education can be an important tool to increase mothers' knowledge regarding birthing.