Impact of Prenatal Education on Maternal Anxiety and Birth Outcomes among Primigravida Mothers in a Selected Primary Health Unit

This study investigated the effects of prenatal education on maternal anxiety and birth outcomes among first-time mothers at a primary health unit. Utilizing Pender's Health Promotion Model, Neuman's Systems Model, and Roy's Adaptation Model, a quantitative descriptive-correlational approach was taken with participants aged 19–35 who met specified criteria. Data were gathered via a validated survey and maternal health records, assessing prenatal education by attendance frequency, content, and delivery mode. Analysis included descriptive statistics, Pearson Product-Moment Correlation, and Chi-Square Test at a 0.05 significance level. Results indicated significant relationships between prenatal education and maternal anxiety, as well as selected birth outcomes, with increased participation linked to reduced anxiety and improved pregnancy outcomes. Consequently, a Prenatal Education Enhancement Plan was devised to enhance maternal health education and optimize outcomes in primary healthcare settings.