Table 3 Items on each factor, corrected item-total subscale correlations, Cronbach’s alpha if item deleted, and factor loadings

Factor 1: Information Sharing (9 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .89

 I was given adequate information about antenatal tests and procedures

.70

.88

.720

 I was always given honest answers to my questions

.63

.88

.680

 Everyone involved in my antenatal care received the important information about me

.61

.89

.632

 I was screened adequately for potential problems with my pregnancy

.61

.88

.633

 The results of tests were explained to me in a way I could understand

.67

.88

.692

 My antenatal care provider(s) gave straightforward answers to my questions

.75

.87

.795

 My antenatal care provider(s) gave me enough information to make decisions for myself

.67

.88

.779

 My antenatal care provider(s) kept my information confidential

.66

.88

.682

 I fully understood the reasons for blood work and other tests my antenatal care provider(s) ordered for me

.61

.88

.605

Factor 2: Anticipatory Guidance (11 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .88

 My antenatal care provider(s) gave me options for my birth experience

.54

.87

.609

 I was given enough information to meet my needs about breastfeeding

.51

.87

.518

 My antenatal care provider(s) prepared me for my birth experience

.60

.87

.650

 My antenatal care provider(s) spent time talking with me about my expectations for labor and delivery

.67

.86

.687

 I was given enough information about the safety of moderate exercise during pregnancy

.61

.87

.566

 I received adequate information about my diet during pregnancy

.59

.87

.538

 My antenatal care provider(s) was interested in how my pregnancy was affecting my life

.57

.87

.609

 I was linked to programs in the community that were helpful to me

.56

.87

.513

 I received adequate information about alcohol use during pregnancy

.54

.87

.542

 I was given adequate information about depression in pregnancy

.57

.87

.517

 My antenatal care provider(s) took time to ask about things that were important to me

.70

.86

.856

Factor 3: Sufficient Time (5 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .83

 I had as much time with my antenatal care provider(s) as I needed

.61

.80

.649

 My antenatal care provider(s) was rushed

.50

.86

.487

 My antenatal care provider(s) always had time to answer my questions

.73

.77

.811

 My antenatal care provider(s) made time for me to talk

.71

.77

.807

 My antenatal care provider(s) took time to listen

.71

.77

.859

Factor 4: Approachability (4 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .74

 My antenatal care provider(s) was abrupt with me

.46

.73

.516

 I was rushed during my antenatal care visits

.57

.66

.678

 My antenatal care provider(s) made me feel like I was wasting their time

.54

.68

.651

 I was afraid to ask my antenatal care provider(s) questions

.58

.66

.696

Factor 5: Availability (5 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .83

 I knew how to get in touch with my antenatal care provider(s)

.51

.83

.642

 Someone in my antenatal care provider(s)’s office always returned my calls

.54

.83

.615

 My antenatal care provider(s) was available when I had questions or concerns

.69

.79

.805

 I could always reach someone in the office/clinic if I needed something

.71

.78

.694

 I could reach my antenatal care provider(s) by phone when necessary

.74

.77

.621

Factor 6: Support and Respect (12 items) Cronbach’s alpha = .95

 My antenatal care provider(s) respected me

.75

.95

.754

 My antenatal care provider(s) respected my knowledge and experience

.75

.95

.743

 My decisions were respected by my antenatal care provider(s)

.83

.95

.838

 My antenatal care provider(s) was patient

.72

.95

.748

 I was supported by my antenatal care provider(s) in doing what I felt was right for me

.79

.95

.794

 My antenatal care provider(s) supported me

.81

.95

.833

 My antenatal care provider(s) paid close attention when I was speaking

.77

.95

.803

 My concerns were taken seriously

.78

.95

.826

 I was in control of the decisions being made about my antenatal care

.75

.95

.754

 My antenatal care provider(s) supported my decisions

.84

.95

.843

 I was at ease with my antenatal care provider(s)

.75

.95

.760

 My values and beliefs were respected by my antenatal care provider(s)

.76

.95

.778