Rapid Assessment of the Burden of Malaria During Pregnancy: Module 7: Conducting Individual Interviews and Focus Groups With Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs)

Individual interviews and focus groups with traditional birth attendants (TBAs) are designed to determine

  • Role of TBAs in influencing pregnant women’s behavior in seeking antenatal care at health facilities
  • What types of preventive and treatment measures are currently being recommended and used
  • Factors that motivate or inhibit women from using antenatal care
  • Best methods for promoting health education messages to pregnant women