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Research Article | Volume 2 Issue 3 (May-Jun, 2020)
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY ON SOCIOECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF ACCESS AND UTILIZATION OF ANTENATAL CARE SERVICES AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE IN EDO SOUTH, NIGERIA.
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Abstract

This paper elucidate an empirical research methodology and data gathering experience among primigravida and multigravida women of reproductive age in Edo South, Nigeria. The study adopted a mixed research method comprising of both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The questionnaire served as the quantitative instrument while focused group discussion and in-depth interview were used as qualitative instruments of data collection. The sample size of 1108 respondents was statistically derived using the Taro Yamane statistical formula. The fieldwork experience and data gathering were encircled with lots of challenges ranging from language barrier to request for compensation and negative perception on the essence of the study. Despite these challenges, the lesson learned during the course of the fieldwork has been expository and have further strengthened the researchers skills and knowledge. Hence, scholars are encouraged to document their fieldwork experience in other to enlighten the populace on sociological research practices.

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