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The project addresses the critical health and nutrition needs of pregnant adolescent girls in Pakistan, where maternal and newborn health indicators are notably poor. High neonatal mortality rates, low birthweight prevalence, and widespread micronutrient deficiencies underscore the urgency of improving antenatal care (ANC). With a significant portion of adolescent pregnancies occurring in low- and middle-income countries, including Pakistan, the project focuses on enhancing the quality and accessibility of ANC for this vulnerable group. The transition from iron-folic acid to multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) highlights the need for research to adapt ANC services to better support pregnant adolescents.
This formative research project, located in Swabi District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, aims to develop and test recommendations for improving gender- and adolescent-friendly ANC services. The project will focus on:
The research will involve a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to gather data on the current ANC practices, identify gaps, and propose improvements for better service delivery to pregnant adolescent girls.
Saima Sadaf
Awais Bhatti
Dr Soha
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