ArticleBMC pregnancy and childbirth2026
A multi-centric feasibility study to assess the satisfaction of pregnant women using Maathru Samman Pant during labour in tertiary health care settings, India.
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introductionMaathru Samman Pants (MSP) are specially designed pants to ensure privacy, reduce preparation time, and enhance satisfaction, offering a respectful maternal birthing experience. The study evaluates the satisfaction, acceptability, and demand for Maathru Samman Pants among pregnant women during vaginal delivery in India's tertiary healthcare settings. METHODOLOGY: A multicentric hospital-based study was conducted from 2023 to 2024 across four regions in India, representing diverse cultures and socioeconomic statuses. Tertiary healthcare facilities in Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Maharashtra, and Meghalaya participated. Among pregnant women, those who gave consent, MSP dress was provided to 800 pregnant women during the active stage of labour with 4 cm cervix dilation. Data were collected through a comprehensive questionnaire in the postnatal ward. Ethical approvals were obtained from all participatory sites. Informed consent was taken at the time of admission to the hospital. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS version 28, with statistically significant results determined at p < 0.05.
resultsThe study revealed a high level of satisfaction, with 83.13% of participants expressing overall contentment. Maathru Samman Pants effectively covered the body from the waist to the ankle, provided warmth, and facilitated movement, with significant positive feedback on privacy and comfort during childbirth. The pants reduced the hassle of dressing and undressing, with 66.25% agreeing on its convenience. Acceptability was also high, with 53.75% strongly agreeing and 43.13% agreeing that MSP made them feel cared for and respected. The pants were praised for maintaining privacy and adhering to cultural norms, with 80.25% strongly agreeing on these aspects. Comfort levels were high when family and friends were present during delivery, and the pants were viewed as an appropriate traditional Indian dress. Demand for MSP was robust, with 96.63% of participants willing to recommend the pants to other pregnant women. Key factors influencing satisfaction and acceptability included age, education, occupation, parity, and history of stillbirth.
conclusionThe study highlighted MSP's potential to enhance maternal care by ensuring privacy, comfort, and cultural sensitivity providing respectful maternity care. The positive outcomes of the study strongly recommended that MSP be incorporated into the National Health Program for deliveries in government health facilities to provide shy free environment and respectful maternity care.
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