Paternal influences on the timing of prenatal care among Hispanics.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to examine the independent role of paternal influences on the onset of prenatal care among Hispanic women.

Methods: A total of 300 pregnant Hispanic women seeking prenatal care on or before their 35th week of gestation were surveyed about their and their partner's pregnancy intention. Women in this study were recruited from clinics providing services to low income and medically indigent women.