Empowering Lap Lambert Academic Publishing Empowering Expectant Mothers: Evaluating Health Education under PMSMA: A Community-Based Study on Knowledge and Satisfaction Regarding Antenatal Services in Barasat, West Bengal Paperback

In the journey of motherhood, timely and quality antenatal care is the cornerstone of a safe pregnancy and a healthy childbirth. While India has made monumental strides in maternal healthcare through flagship initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), the ultimate success of these programs relies on a critical factor: the awareness and satisfaction of the mothers themselves.Empowering Expectant Mothers bridges the gap between healthcare policy and grassroots reality. Grounded in a comprehensive community-based study conducted in the urban landscapes of Barasat, West Bengal, this book meticulously evaluates how targeted health education programmes transform maternal knowledge and perceptions.By analyzing the direct impact of structured education on antenatal service utilization, this work offers vital insights for public health professionals, nursing educators, and policymakers. It is not just an evaluation of a government scheme, but a testament to how informed, empowered mothers can pave the way for a healthier future generation.