Perceptions of Hausa and Fulani Tribes on Traditional Birth Attendants in Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Abdulhamid, Zakir; Lawal, Umar; Tahir, Abdul Aziz M.; Harande, M. M.; Usman, Hardius; Nuhu, Aliyu

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“…For instance, in a study in southwest Nigeria, the major reasons for utilizing their services were that they were user friendly and accessible [ 27 ]. In a similar study in northwest Nigeria, women prefer delivery services from traditional birth attendants because of their positive attitude towards them and their services [ 28 ]. An influence of culture was observed in another study in northwest Nigeria, where the women preferred home delivery because of male attendants in health facilities and cost of services [ 29 ].…”

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Exploring providers’ perceived barriers to utilization of antenatal and delivery services in urban and rural communities of Ebonyi state, Nigeria: A qualitative study

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Objective To determine providers’ perceived barriers to utilization of antenatal and delivery services in urban and rural communities of Ebonyi state, Nigeria. Methods A descriptive exploratory study design was used. Qualitative data was collected through the use of a pre-tested interview guide. Twelve providers participated in the study in urban and rural communities of Ebonyi State, Nigeria. They included nine officers in charge of primary health centers, two Chief Nursing Officers of a tertiary health institution and mission hospital and one Medical Officer-in-charge of a General hospital. QDA Miner Lite v2.0.6 was used in the analysis of the data. Results Most providers in urban and rural communities attributed good utilization of maternal health services to delivery of quality care. Most providers in urban linked poor utilization to poor health seeking behavior of women. In rural, poor utilization was credited to poor attitude of health workers. Few of participants (urban and rural) pointed out the neglect of primary health centers resulting in poor utilization. Most participants (urban and rural) considered ignorance as the main barrier to using health facilities for antenatal and delivery services. Another constraint identified was cost of services. Most participants attested that good provider attitude and public enlightenment will improve utilization of health facilities for antenatal and delivery care. All participants agreed on the need to involve men in matters related to maternal healthcare. Conclusions Participants were aware of values of good provider attitude and this is commendable. This combined with the finding of poor attitude of health workers necessitates that health workers should be trained on quality of care. There is need for public enlightenment on need to utilize health facilities for antenatal and delivery services. Community ownership of primary health centers especially in rural communities will enhance utilization of such facilities for maternal healthcare services and should be encouraged. Involvement of men in matters related to maternal healthcare may have a positive influence in improving maternal health in Nigeria.

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“…This could be because of the nature of the occupation engaged in by most of the respondents in the study area. This may influence the respondents' use of traditional maternity health care services as stated by (Abdulhamid et al, 2017) that traditional maternal health care services are far less and affordable.…”

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Utilisation of Traditional Maternal Health Care Services Among Rural Women in Oyo State, Nigeria

ABAJESUDE,

Oyewole

2024

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Maternal mortality remains high in Nigeria, especially in rural areas where many women avail themselves of traditional maternal health care from unskilled providers such as traditional birth attendants (TBAs) . This study examined the use of traditional maternal health care among 120 rural women in 3 local government areas in Oyo State, Nigeria. The survey was conducted using a questionnaire. The results showed that the average age of the respondents was 35 years, most were married, had no formal education, were traders/farmers, and had a low monthly income The primary reason for implementing TBA was increased hospital costs. The primary sources of information were family members. The main services used were alcoholism, umbilical cords, and infant circumcision. Overall, 57.5% of respondents used TBA sparingly. There were significant associations between educational level, age, household size, income, source of information, selection reasons, and use of TBA. They suggest that the government should improve awareness of the risks associated with TBA practices, reduce hospital costs, ensure skilled staffing in health facilities, and appropriately train TBAs.

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Indigenous Communication's Role in Traditional Birth Attendants in Maternal Health Practices

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Onakoya

Onyenankeya

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Research Anthology on Advancements in Women's Health and Reproductive Rights

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Indigenous communication is an indispensable medium of communication in the socio-cultural tradition of Africans. These systems have been used to promote co-operation, mobilization, and participation among African people. This chapter takes into account indigenous communication roles of traditional birth attendants in maternal wellbeing and maternal health practices during pregnancy and childbirth in both Nigerian and South African communities. The significant motivation behind the examination is to assess the indigenous communication role of traditional birth attendants in maternal health practices in the two nations through empirical studies. After careful review of the studies, it is shown and discovered that TBAs in both Nigeria and South Africa assist pregnant women based on their religious or traditional beliefs. The researchers therefore recommend that health professionals should train TBAs in modern maternal health practices. This will go a long way to help them know their restrictions and possibly refer mothers and their children for emergency services and attention as needed.

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Perceptions of Hausa and Fulani Tribes on Traditional Birth Attendants in Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria

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Exploring providers’ perceived barriers to utilization of antenatal and delivery services in urban and rural communities of Ebonyi state, Nigeria: A qualitative study

Exploring providers’ perceived barriers to utilization of antenatal and delivery services in urban and rural communities of Ebonyi state, Nigeria: A qualitative study

Utilisation of Traditional Maternal Health Care Services Among Rural Women in Oyo State, Nigeria

Indigenous Communication's Role in Traditional Birth Attendants in Maternal Health Practices

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