What Do Antenatal Women Want From Their Antenatal Education? A National Survey
NHS antenatal classes are a trusted source of ANE, forming a core element of many women's antenatal journey. However, inconsistent provision highlights the need for a standardised, comprehensive curriculum. Flexible delivery models and tailored content are crucial to address diverse needs, particularly for multiparous women and underrepresented groups. Enhanced accessibility could reduce inequalities in ANE provision and improve maternal outcomes.
Authors
- Rachel Plachcinski (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9908-0773)
- Eva Larkai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8316-7943)
- Abi Merriel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0352-2106)
- Miriam Toolan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0779-3897)
- Anna Davies (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0743-6547)
- Abigail Fraser (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7741-9470)
- Michael Larkin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3304-7000)
- Christy Burden (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6409-5238)
- M.B. Lynch (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5301-6845)
Institutions
- North Bristol NHS Trust (GB)
- University of Liverpool (GB)
- Aston University (GB)
- At Bristol (GB)
- University of Bristol (GB)
- Liverpool Women's Hospital (GB)
- National Childbirth Trust (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Maternal and Child Health Journal
- Published
- 2025-02-03
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10995-025-04048-z
- Citations
- 5
- Primary Topic
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 10.29
Funders
- Wellcome Trust
- Health Foundation
- University of Bristol
- Elizabeth Blackwell Institute for Health Research, University of Bristol