Publications by authors named "Seraphia Felisian"
BMC Womens Health
March 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the impact of sociocultural beliefs and practices on maternal and newborn health among indigenous women in the Manyara region of Tanzania, focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
- Researchers used a descriptive qualitative design with in-depth interviews of twelve indigenous women who had experienced pregnancy, identifying both harmful and harmless practices.
- Findings reveal that while awareness is growing about the benefits of medical facilities, harmful behaviors persist, indicating a need for targeted interventions to eliminate unsafe practices and enhance maternal and child health outcomes.
