1Student, Master of Hospital Administration, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0005-4768-9065. Email: vneha4762@gmail.com
2Student, Master of Hospital Administration, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0000-4822-4458. Email: dikshachetry5@gmail.com
3Student, Master of Hospital Administration, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0009-3283-2075. Email: mansisrivastava605@gmail.com
4Assistant Professor, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0006-4248-3487. Email: shivshankartiwari@gmail.com
5Assistant Professor, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0009-0220-0456. Email: gopal4god11@gmail.com
6Student, Master of Public Health, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0003-4998-2113. Email: bhawanakrki976@gmail.com
7Student, Master of Public Health, Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. ORCID: 0009-0001-4730-3303. Email: panwarshrishti707@gmail.com
The pregnancy is a pivotal yet delicate period in any woman's life, when it comes at an unexpected moment. Maternal and newborn health are dependent on access to quality healthcare.
Objective: This study will look at the barriers faced by antenatal women during hospital stay. Certifications, appraise their suitability and utilization of healthcare, and investigate human-centered principles. Moreover, solutions a mixed-method approach was employed to collect data using cross-sectional methods. Prenatal women and healthcare staff were given structured questionnaires and observational checklists in selected hospitals. It concludes, "Overcrowding," insufficient seating, poor signage, Access is significantly impeded by long waiting times and insensitive staff behavior. These factors are also significant.
To physical unease and psychological pressure. These obstacles commonly impede the pursuit of care and prolong the process. 'Negatively influence maternal experiences. According to the study, a humanized approach is necessary to ensure dignified access for women during pregnancy. The findings support this claim.
Strategy encompassing infrastructure improvements, efficient systems administration and people. Sensitization. The resolution of entrance-level obstacles can enhance respectful maternity care. Build maternal confidence and optimize the utilization of antenatal care.
Keywords: Antenatal women, Maternal healthcare access, Hospital entrance barriers, Healthcare infrastructure, Pregnancy and dignity, Human-centered design.
How to cite this article: Neha, Chetry D, Srivastava M, Tiwari S, Ram G, Bhawana, Shrishti. Ensuring Dignified Access for Antenatal Women: A Humanized Study of Barriers and Solutions at Hospital Entrances. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(15s): 826-851. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.15s.94
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