Barriers to Postpartum Care: A Mixed Methods Study of Midwestern Postpartum Women

Conclusions for PracticeThe qualitative findings identify barriers that are amenable to practice-level interventions including changes to scheduling procedures and employing patient-centered care. The quantitative findings further suggest that although inequalities in postpartum care are present, interventions on these barriers may benefit women regardless of race and SES.
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - Category: Health Management Source Type: research