Context Men generally seek healthcare less often than women and, other than traditional
gender norms, less is known about the explanation. The aim was to identify knowledge gaps …

Abstract Objective To explore Somali-born parents' experiences of antenatal care in
Sweden, antenatal care midwives' experiences of caring for Somali-born parents, and their …

Background Despite advocating for male involvement in antenatal education, there is unmet
need for antenatal education information for expectant couples. The objective of this study …

Background Parents' birth experiences affect bonding with their infant, which in turn may
influence the child's future health. Parents' satisfaction with childbirth is multi-dimensional …

Background Language supported group antenatal care (gANC) for Somali-born women was
implemented in a Swedish public ANC clinic. The women were offered seven 60-min …

Background Few studies have assessed the effectiveness and acceptability of male partner
involvement in antenatal education. Yet, male involvement in antenatal care including …

Background Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), a potentially life-threatening condition in
women, can have a profound impact on the family. Although structured support systems are …

Introduction Somali-born women comprise a large group of immigrant women of
childbearing age in Sweden, with increased risks for perinatal morbidity and mortality and …

Group antenatal care (gANC) is an antenatal care (ANC) model that aims to empower
women and has demonstrated potential to improve outcomes for groups of women with …

Abstract Background: Antenatal Care (ANC) models have been evolving over the years as
programs seek to increase uptake and utilization of maternal and child health services …