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  • Maternal Health
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  • Psychosocial Aspects of Pregnancy

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  • Childbirth preparation classes aim to ease couples' adaptation to pregnancy and childbirth.
  • These classes address physiological and psychological changes during this period.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore mothers' perceptions of childbirth preparation classes.
  • To understand the impact of these classes on the childbirth experience.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative conventional content analysis.
  • Semi-structured interviews with 18 mothers, 5 husbands, 2 midwives, and 2 obstetricians.
  • Data collected from May to August 2022 in Tehran.

Main Results:

  • Mothers' ages ranged from 17 to 37.
  • Key themes included satisfaction with choices, pleasant waiting periods through dignified care, and a sense of empowerment.
  • The overarching theme identified was 'making motherhood pleasant'.

Conclusions:

  • Childbirth preparation classes can significantly contribute to a more pleasant motherhood experience.
  • Improving the quality of these classes is crucial for enhancing family health.
  • Policy interventions are recommended to increase women's access to these classes.