Peer Review of “Development of a Digital Platform to Promote Mother and Child Health in Underserved Areas of a Lower-Middle-Income Country: Mixed Methods Formative Study”

Abstract

This is a peer review for “Development of a Digital Platform to Promote Mother and Child Health in Underserved Areas of a Lower-Middle-Income Country: Mixed Methods Formative Study.” Round 1 Review General Comments This paper [1] addresses a principal issue, especially for the developing world where the valuable lives of mothers and children can easily be prevented. However, of course, a big challenge in the proposed solution is the availability of Android devices that are also connected to the internet. This is a limitation, therefore, to be added. Another area that needs to be addressed is related to cultural acceptance and sensitivity to using technology, particularly during the prenatal stage. Also, I noted that the diagrams are not clearly developed and placed in the appropriate places. I am happy with the qualitative part but unfortunately not an authority on quantitative; thus, this part should be vetted by a quantitative expert. Specific Comments Major Comments 1. This is an excellent topic requiring continuous literature development. 2. The method used is mixed, whereas I would have preferred the total qualitative inquiry considering the set aims and objectives. 3. The authors need to pay attention to the sociocultural realities of the context; therefore, either address them or acknowledge them as limitations. Minor Comments 4. The diagrams need to be appropriately designed and placed in the paper.