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A questionnaire was used, which included participants\u2019 demographics, obstetric history, the Childbirth Attitude Questionnaire (CAQ), and the Wijma Delivery Expectancy\/Experience Questionnaire (W-DEQ).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>There were 48.1% of the participants with ages 25\u201334 years, 97.2% were married, 74.1% had a university degree, 42.5% were housewives, and 27.4% had chronic conditions. Only 1.4% suffered from anxiety, and 0.5% had depression. 34.4% of respondents reported having 3\u20134 previous pregnancies, and 87.3% and 65.1% had never experienced fetal death and\/or abortions, respectively. Of them, 24.1% had two spontaneous vaginal deliveries, 30.2% had delivery complications, 66.5% attended regular follow-up antenatal appointments, and 97.6% had husband\u2019s support during pregnancies. The primary fears included the fear of the baby being injured during delivery, fear of something being wrong with the baby, fear of needing a CS, and fear of experiencing tearing during birth (episiotomy). Older age, having an abortion, or having a vaginal birth were significantly associated with increased childbirth fears.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>In order to maximize the goals of pregnant moms, lessen anxiety, and ultimately enhance maternal wellbeing, prenatal healthcare providers should be equipped to handle these fears and provide comprehensive support and therapies. 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