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Jam – Winter 2022, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen, Kiran Mubeen, Abeer Musaddique
Jam – Winter 2022, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen, Kiran Mubeen, Abeer Musaddique
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
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Critical Social Determinants Of Childbirth Outcomes In Remote Mountains: Voices Of Women From Nepal, Sabitra Kaphle, Lareen Newman
Critical Social Determinants Of Childbirth Outcomes In Remote Mountains: Voices Of Women From Nepal, Sabitra Kaphle, Lareen Newman
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
Objectives: Despite efforts made by the Government of Nepal to reduce maternal and newborn mortality nationally, the rate is still significantly higher in remote mountain areas. This research aimed to fill a gap by asking women about socio-cultural factors influencing childbirth outcomes in remote mountain areas of Nepal.
Methods: This study used a qualitative approach guided by the principles of social constructionist and feminist critical theories to derive factors influencing women’s experiences of giving birth and childbirth outcomes. In-depth interviews were conducted with 25 pregnant and postnatal women. A thematic approach was used for data analysis.
Results: Childbirth outcomes in …
Is “Empowerment” A Trickle-Down Effect Of The Afghanistan Midwifery Education Program?, Fatima Gohar, Pashtoon A. Zyaee, Sabera Turkmani
Is “Empowerment” A Trickle-Down Effect Of The Afghanistan Midwifery Education Program?, Fatima Gohar, Pashtoon A. Zyaee, Sabera Turkmani
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
Introduction: The patriarchal Afghan society has thousands of years of history. For most parts it has been governed by its tribal systems. The society has systematically evolved with its thousands of years old tradition, which has resulted in the subjugation of women. Although it is widely assumed that the midwifery education program (MEP) has contributed to female empowerment, no formal investigation has been carried out that explores the actual impact of MEP on the status of women midwifery graduates. Therefore, this study systematically explores the trickle down effects of MEP on women’s empowerment.
Methodology:
Design: Exploratory qualitative study
Study sites: …