Perceptions about the cultural practices of male partners during postpartum care in rural Tanzania: a qualitative study

Perceptions about the cultural practices of male partners during postpartum care in rural Tanzania: a qualitative study

Background: Men play an important role in maternal health. The postpartum period is a critical stage, yet there is a scarcity of research that explores men’s involvement during this stage. Objective: The aim of the study was to explore male partners’ perceptions of the cultural practices during post...

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Main Authors: Gladys Reuben Mahiti, Columba K. Mbekenga, Angwara Dennis Kiwara, Anna-Karin Hurtig, Isabel Goicolea
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2017-01-01
Series:Global Health Action
Subjects:
Postpartum
practices
perceptions
Tanzania
male partners
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/16549716.2017.1361184

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