This indicator captures the proportion of women who have had one or more live births within specified timelines—either the past three years for DHS surveys, or the past one to two years for MICS surveys—who accessed at least one session of antenatal care from qualified healthcare personnel before their most recent delivery. The focus is on the highest qualified provider mentioned, ensuring a nuanced understanding of care quality received. This metric not only reflects access to healthcare services but also indicates the potential influence of skilled care on maternal and infant health outcomes. By analyzing trends in antenatal care utilization, policymakers can better target interventions aimed at enhancing maternal healthcare access and improving health indicators in the community.
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