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The Effect of Antenatal Education Provided by Nurses on Women’s Childbirth Preparedness and Outcomes: A Case Review of Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria - 2025

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  • Blessing Nmesomachi Okorie

    (Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State)

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Antenatal education provided by nurses is an essential component of quality maternal healthcare and has the potential to improve childbirth preparedness and maternal outcomes, especially in low- and middle-income countries. This review examines existing evidence on the effect of nurse-led antenatal education on women’s preparedness for childbirth, psychological readiness, and maternal and neonatal net results in relation to Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. A narrative review of peer-reviewed literature published between 2014 and 2025 was conducted using major health and nursing databases. Findings indicate that antenatal education delivered by nurses improves women’s awareness of pregnancy and labor, reduces fear and anxiety associated with childbirth, increases confidence, and promotes positive health behaviors including facility-based delivery and early initiation of breastfeeding. However, the effectiveness of antenatal education is influenced by factors including the quality and uniformity of content, nurse training, workload, and cultural considerations. Strengthening nurse-led antenatal education through competency-based learning, continuous professional development, and supportive health policies could significantly improve maternal and neonatal end results in Owerri and similar environments.

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  • Blessing Nmesomachi Okorie, 2026. "The Effect of Antenatal Education Provided by Nurses on Women’s Childbirth Preparedness and Outcomes: A Case Review of Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria - 2025," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 13(3), pages 676-683, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:13:y:2026:i:3:p:676-683
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