Introduction

Pregnancy and the birth of a child are joyous and exciting times in a woman’s life. However, there are also mental and physical difficulties that come along with these pleasures. Healthcare professionals are always looking for new ways to improve prenatal care in order to guarantee the best possible results for mothers and newborns. Antenatal education is a crucial intervention that helps expectant mothers prepare for the challenging experience of pregnancy and delivery (Çankaya & Şimşek, 2021). This project will assess how first-time mothers’ satisfaction with their prenatal care changes after receiving either standard care or antenatal education. First-time mothers who go to prenatal clinics at hospitals are the focus of this research review, which examines the significant effect antenatal education has on maternal satisfaction.

Despite the already-extensive research in this field, the purpose of this inquiry is to shed light on the ways in which antenatal education affects maternal satisfaction, particularly with regard to the alleviation of stress and depression, the bolstering of self-assurance, and the alignment with patient-driven care principles (Piro & Ahmed, 2020). The range of antenatal education includes classes on birthing, prenatal training, and courses on getting ready to be a parent. Physical and mental approaches, pain treatment, and infant care are only a few of the many domains that these interventions cover throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. Confidence, less anxiety and despair, and a more positive delivery experience are all outcomes associated with receiving thorough prenatal education (Chang et al. 2022). The World Health Organization (WHO) stresses patient-driven care, suggesting that doctors look into programs that provide women more control and satisfaction throughout labor and delivery.

One of the most important ways in which prenatal education helps pregnant mothers and their babies is by lowering their stress and depression levels. Multiple studies have shown that pregnant moms who take part in prenatal education programs have a significant reduction in stress and depressive symptoms. Pregnant women may experience emotional discomfort due to the many changes occurring in their bodies and lives, but these programs provide them with the skills they need to face and manage these changes (Nakamura et al., 2020). While prenatal classes might be helpful for many expectant women, it is important to remember that not all expectant mothers are created equal. Prenatal educational programs’ ability to reduce stress and mood disorders in mothers might vary widely depending on a number of variables. There is a need for individualized strategies for maternal mental health treatment due to factors such as the unique coping techniques of each patient, the severity of their mental health issues, and the availability of a strong support system. A person’s social support network, the severity of their current mental health concerns, and their history of coping mechanisms are all examples of such variables (Lönnberg et al., 2020). While it’s certain that prenatal education helps a sizable portion of expecting moms, it’s important to note that it may not be the best answer for all pregnant women struggling with mental health issues. Although prenatal education shows promise in reducing the emotional burden of pregnancy, it is important to remember that it is not a foolproof method of ensuring a trouble-free pregnancy and the safe delivery of a healthy baby. Although studies show that these interventions are beneficial for participants’ mental health, it is important to remember that everyone is different (Marko et al., 2019). Prenatal education may help expectant mothers cope with the emotional demands of pregnancy and delivery, but it is just one part of the jigsaw in ensuring a healthy pregnancy and baby.

The degree to which a woman believes in herself to have the capacity to bring a new being into a new world is a crucial element in how happy she is with her pregnancy and the subsequent postpartum time. The confidence a woman feels in herself and the certainty that she has been adequately ready for the life-altering event of delivery are crucial to her mental health during this time. Extensive research by Khoury et al. (2021) reveals how prenatal education might boost first-time mothers’ confidence. The women who attended birthing classes throughout their pregnancies claim that they hold a feeling of being much more prepared for the delivery itself (Pan et al., 2019). Women who went into labor with a greater sense of calm and confidence reported a more satisfying birth experience. However, it’s important to remember that each pregnant woman has different behaviors and personal