The Effect of Home Visits on Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors During Pregnancy
The Effect of Home Visits on Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors During Pregnancy
Abstract Background: Prenatal home visits allow early risk detection and comprehensive care in the pregnant woman's own environment.
Objective: To evaluate the effect of home-based prenatal care on health-promoting behaviors during pregnancy.
Design and Setting: A randomized controlled trial conducted at a family health center between September and December 2024.
Methods: A total of 200 pregnant women were randomly assigned to intervention (n=100) and control (n=100) groups. The intervention group received structured care via three monthly home visits; the control group received routine care. Data were collected using a personal information form and the Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Scale in Pregnant (HLBS-P).
Inclusion Criteria:
Gestational age less than 28 weeks Pregnancy record created by the Family Health Center
Exclusion Criteria:
Those who do not want to participate in the research Pregnant who do not speak Turkish
Tokat Merkez, Tokat Province 60010, Turkey (Türkiye)