Home delivery and associated factors among women who gave birth after antenatal care follow-up in the last 6 months in Jabitehnan District, Northwest Ethiopia: mixed community-based study

Abstract

The study reveals a high magnitude of home delivery as compared to a study done in Bahir Dar (21.2%). Factors include pregnancy plans, health institution type, abortion experience, and absence from antenatal care. Poor counseling during ANC, and lack of pregnancy plans, traditions, and beliefs were reasons for home delivery. Health professionals should receive training in communication and counseling techniques, and they should encourage mothers to plan their pregnancies and visit facility delivery services during ANC follow-up.