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<p>Investigating the factors that promote male involvement in antenatal care is vital for improving maternal and child health in India. From the fifth round of National Family Health Survey (2019–21), a dataset of 12,411 couples was used to assess the extent and predictors of male involvement in antenatal care, shedding light on the dynamics of male participation in maternal healthcare. Using Pearson chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression analysis, the study identifies key factors including partner’s age of 35 years and above, higher education, richest household, first-time fatherhood, knowledge about pregnancy-related issues, wife’s pregnancy complications, and residence in the southern region which are positively associated with highly male participation. By prioritizing men’s involvement in antenatal care, healthcare providers can promote a more holistic and supportive approach to pregnancy and parenting, and also for those with low male participation, policy and program development should highlight the need for targeted interventions to increase men’s involvement and promote healthy outcomes for mothers and children, ultimately leading to improved health and well-being for the entire family.</p>

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Partnering for Healthy Pregnancy: Lessons from India on Male Involvement in Antenatal Care

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年9月13日

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  • Amit Banerjee,
  • Susanta Sen,
  • Asif Ali,
  • Namita Chakma

摘要

Investigating the factors that promote male involvement in antenatal care is vital for improving maternal and child health in India. From the fifth round of National Family Health Survey (2019–21), a dataset of 12,411 couples was used to assess the extent and predictors of male involvement in antenatal care, shedding light on the dynamics of male participation in maternal healthcare. Using Pearson chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression analysis, the study identifies key factors including partner’s age of 35 years and above, higher education, richest household, first-time fatherhood, knowledge about pregnancy-related issues, wife’s pregnancy complications, and residence in the southern region which are positively associated with highly male participation. By prioritizing men’s involvement in antenatal care, healthcare providers can promote a more holistic and supportive approach to pregnancy and parenting, and also for those with low male participation, policy and program development should highlight the need for targeted interventions to increase men’s involvement and promote healthy outcomes for mothers and children, ultimately leading to improved health and well-being for the entire family.