Magnitude and factors influencing pastoralist women's maternity waiting home utilization in Teltelle district, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

This study found that utilization of MWHs was significantly lower in pastoralist areas of Ethiopia than in agrarian areas. Previous pregnancy complications, family support, husband's literacy, and community support were all significantly associated with improved maternity waiting home utilization. Encouraging community participation and family support are recommended to improve its utilization. Moreover, increasing community involvement in MWHs establishment and sustainability will be expected from the stakeholders.