Factors Associated With Uptake and Barriers of Postnatal Care Services in Tanzania: A Case Study of Kisarawe District

Abstract

Maternal and newborn deaths are among the top public health challenges in many countries. The study employed a cross-sectional, mixed-methods approach to assess factors influencing postnatal care (PNC) service uptake in Kisarawe District, Tanzania. Data was collected by using interview and questionnaires with a focus on mothers who gave birth within the six months prior to data collection. The study finding indicates that, the factors associated with the uptake of postnatal care services in selected health facilities Kisarawe District were affordability of postnatal care services and information provided during postnatal care the availability of childcare support , increasing awareness and access to services through community-based programs especially for the rural, poor, and less educated mothers may increase postnatal care attendance in health facilities within Kisarawe district. The study explore barriers towards uptake of postnatal care services in selected health facilities Kisarawe District, Tanzania, it was indicated that transportations costs, the attitude of the healthcare staff ,Costs and distance from mothers home to the health facility are factors in your decision to attend postnatal care services. The study concluded that uptake of postnatal care services in Kisarawe District, Tanzania significantly emphasized by affordability and the quality of information provided during postnatal care are essential for mothers' willingness to seek timely services. But it challenging by s transportation costs, negative attitudes from healthcare staff, and the distance to health facilities. The study recommended that Tanzanian government through Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children should conduct regular training and workshops for healthcare providers to promote positive attitudes and enhance communication skills. Foster an environment that is supportive and welcoming to mothers seeking care.