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Table 1 Themes and sub-themes identified of men’s involvement in maternal and child health

From: A qualitative analysis of men’s involvement in maternal and child health as a policy intervention in rural Central Malawi

Themes

Facilitators

Barriers

Limitations

Sub-themes

Men’s recognition of the benefits of participation

Socio-cultural beliefs

Discriminating against women

Pride

Stigmatisation

Reinforcing men’s decision-making power

Advocacy

Opportunity costs

 

Incentives and disincentives as provided by health care providers and Traditional Authorities

  

Encouragement from male champions