Table 4 Exploratory items factor analysis of antenatal scale of ESEM
Items | Mean (SD) | Loading of PCA | Communalities |
|---|---|---|---|
1. At my check-ups I was always asked whether I had any questions. | 6.46 (1.09) | 0.72 | 0.51 |
2. Often at my check-ups the doctors or midwives were very rushed. | 5.38 (1.81) | 0.53 | 0.29 |
3. I always felt my worries, anxieties or concerns about the pregnancy and the baby were taken seriously by the doctors/midwives. | 6.16 (1.27) | 0.70 | 0.47 |
4. I was always kept informed about what was happening and doctors/midwives made an effort to explain anything I didn’t understand. | 6.32 (1.10) | 0.77 | 0.60 |
5. I was happy with the physical care I received in pregnancy from doctors/midwives. | 6.41 (0.86) | 0.79 | 0.62 |
6. I was happy with the emotional support I received in pregnancy from doctors/midwives. | 6.27 (1.16) | 0.82 | 0.67 |
7. I was always given an active say in decisions about my care in pregnancy. | 6.28 (1.10) | 0.73 | 0.53 |
8. On balance, how would you describe your CARE during pregnancy? | 6.33 (0.80) | 0.84 | 0.70 |