Maternity continuum of care and associated factors among mothers in south Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study

Background The maternity continuum of care (CoC) is crucial for improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Despite global initiatives like the SDGs and Every Woman Every Child, maternal health gaps remain in LMICs, especially sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia. This study aims to assess the level of maternity CoC and identify factors associated with its utilization among mothers in Ethiopia. Methods A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted between January 15 and February 15, 2024, using a random sample of 564 mothers. Data were collected using a pretested structured questionnaire. Data was entered by EpiData 4.6 and analyzed with SPSS 25. Bi-variable and multivariable logistic regression identified associations, reported with adjusted odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals, with p -values