The cultural significance of Syrian refugees' traditional childbirth and postpartum practices.

Problem: Childbirth and the postpartum period are critical times for both mothers and babies. Traditional cultural practices often play a significant role in providing support during this time. However, in exceptional circumstances, such as those faced by refugees giving birth in disrupted social environments, these practices may be inaccessible, leading to emotional distress and delayed physical recovery.

Aim: To explore the cultural significance of traditional motherhood practices in Syria that are still observed by some Syrian refugees in Lebanon.

Methods: The study used a phenomenological approach and included in-depth interviews with eight Syrian mothers residing in informal settlements in Lebanon.

Findings: Findings were organized around three themes: (1) Familial Support during the Postpartum Period, (2) Specific Cultural Practices during the Postpartum Period, and (3) Emotional Experiences during the Postpartum Period DISCUSSION: Understanding these cultural practices is essential for developing culturally sensitive interventions that can improve wellbeing of refugee mothers.