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

Aim:  Maternal health and pregnancy outcomes are vitally important areas of each countrychr('۳۹')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 interventionchr('۳۹')s acceptability. Thirty pregnant women participated in this study. Finding:  Quantitative result has shown that ۷۶.۶ percent of the users assessed the application as usable.  In the qualitative section of the study, three main themes were emerged: (۱) specific features of the App  (images, text, colors, …); (۲) advantages (distance learning method, reliability, and credibility, being user-friendly and comfortability, time-saving, and being interactive); and (۳) disadvantages (fear of mobile radiation on fetus, poor internet connection, and limited audience) regarding using of the intervention. Conclusion:  This mobile application eased womenchr('۳۹')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.  

Keywords:

post-intervention , acceptability , mobile application , Easy birth mobile application , Cesarean section , mode of delivery