Acceptability of a Mobile App-Based Intervention Program for Choosing Mode of Delivery Among Pregnant Women



Shirzad M¹ ; Hajimiri K² ; Abedini M³ ; Shakibazadeh E¹
Source: Health Education and Health Promotion Published:2022

Abstract

Aims: Maternal health and pregnancy outcomes are vitally important areas of each country's healthcare system. This study sought to investigate the acceptability of a mobile app-based intervention program for choosing the mode of delivery among pregnant women. Method: The Mobile App-Based Program focused on facilitating choosing mode of delivery based on information, motivation, and behavior model among pregnant women in Tehran, Iran. A retrospective post-intervention study was carried out. We used quantitative and qualitative semi-structured interviews to explore the experiences of women participating in the Mobile App-Based Program and investigate the intervention's acceptability. Thirty pregnant women participated in this study. Finding: Quantitative result has shown that 76.6 percent of the users assessed the application as usable. In the qualitative section of the study, three main themes were emerged: (1) specific features of the App (images, text, colors, …); (2) advantages (distance learning method, reliability, and credibility, being user-friendly and comfortability, time-saving, and being interactive); and (3) disadvantages (fear of mobile radiation on fetus, poor internet connection, and limited audience) regarding using of the intervention. Conclusion: This mobile application eased women's knowledge and behavior and satisfied them, specifically during the new-emerged pandemic. It also helped women to clarify their thoughts regarding their choice on mode of delivery. Participants suggested some shortages using the application that should be noticed. © 2022, Tarbiat Modares University. All rights reserved.