Table 3.

Categories and subcategories on perception of birth preparedness and complication readiness

1. All births need to be prepared Antenatal care prioritised but has challenges Family responsible to support the pregnant mother Unmarried women stigmatised affecting preparation Practical preparations financially demanding Facility delivery preferred

2. Danger signs demand hospital care Recognising danger signs Health care services, ‘free but not free’ Men decide but in consultation Traditional beliefs are fading out Herbal remedies still used for treatment