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Learning about having a baby in easy English
Judith Hansford1, Joanne Forsdike
1Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
The Practising Midwife
|August 7, 2013
Summary
Pregnant women with limited English proficiency can face communication barriers. A new "Learn about having a baby" antenatal course successfully equips women with essential information and confidence for childbirth and motherhood.
Area of Science:
- Maternal Health
- Health Communication
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Education
Background:
- Limited English proficiency among pregnant women poses significant communication challenges with healthcare providers.
- These communication barriers can lead to increased anxiety for expectant mothers and potential risks for both mother and infant.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel antenatal education program designed to improve English communication skills for pregnant women with limited English.
- To assess the effectiveness of the "Learn about having a baby" course in preparing women for labor and motherhood.
Main Methods:
- The "Learn about having a baby" course is a 12-hour program co-taught by a midwife and an English teacher.
- The curriculum focuses on essential antenatal information, key English vocabulary, and building confidence in communicating with health professionals, utilizing simple handouts.
Main Results:
- The program has been successfully implemented over three years with women possessing minimal to moderate English fluency.
- Preliminary indicators suggest the course effectively enhances women's preparedness for labor and the transition to motherhood.
Conclusions:
- The "Learn about having a baby" course offers a valuable resource for improving health outcomes in pregnant women with limited English.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration between healthcare professionals and educators can effectively address communication disparities in antenatal care.
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