<![CDATA[Background: Early mobilization after childbirth is important for accelerating maternal recovery and preventing complications; however, some pregnant women still have inadequate perceptions regarding its benefits and safety. These perceptions are influenced by psychological and social factors, as well as obstetric experiences such as gravidity and parity. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the psychological and social factors associated with perceptions of early mobilization after childbirth among pregnant women using a mixed-method approach. Methods: This study used a mixed-method design with a sequential explanatory approach, involving 30 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s correlation test, while qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: A total of 66.7% of respondents had positive to very positive perceptions of early mobilization. Descriptive analysis showed that the highest mean scores were found for the socio-cultural factor and intrinsic motivation dimensions, both with a mean of 4.10, followed by physical confidence (3.80), self-efficacy (3.67), pain perception (3.67), and surgical anxiety (3.10). Spearman’s correlation test showed a significant positive relationship between gravidity and perception (r = 0.420; p = 0.021) and between parity and perception (r = 0.423; p = 0.020). Conclusion: Gravidity and parity were positively associated with perceptions of early mobilization, with moderate strength of association. Qualitative findings indicated that positive perceptions were still accompanied by psychological barriers, including concerns about pain, wounds, and physical condition, while childbirth experience, social support, and intrinsic motivation contributed to shaping mothers’ readiness to perform early mobilization.]]>
