Husband-participation in maternal healthcare: Perceptions and Realities

Abstract

This research article reflects on husband's viewpoint would be looked at in terms of their participation in maternal healthcare of their wife. Perception and actual husband-participation on maternal healthcare of their wives is important to understand directly and indirectly societal and family expectations that influences them. The article divided into three sections. Firstly, socio-demographic profile of the husband. Secondly, the perception on husband-participation on maternal healthcare. Lastly, husband-participation providing the physical support, economic support and information for their wives.