Hemoglobin response to iron folate supplementation and associated factors among pregnant women attending public hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a longitudinal quasi-experimental study

Results of this study showed that majority of the pregnant women living in Addis Ababa region demonstrated an in-adequate hemoglobin response to iron-folate supplementation. Early timing of antenatal care, prolonged iron-folate intake, primiparity, and adequate dietary diversity are linked to adequate hemoglobin response. Addressing these key factors could help reduce the burden of anemia during pregnancy and improve maternal and fetal health outcomes.