Authors :
Paulina Saad Dariah; Queen Ngerem
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 9 - September
Google Scholar :
https://bit.ly/3TmGbDi
Scribd :
https://tinyurl.com/yuakbte3
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8369765
Abstract :
This qualitative study explores the practices of
two Urhobo traditional birth attendants in Delta State of
Nigeria. It utilizes interviews and observation over a one-
year period to understand and document their practices.
Interpretation of observations was through the
perspective of an orthodox trained obstetrician with
experience in emergency medicine.Findings include the practice of ‘rubbing’ which
entails External Cephalic Version and the use of herbs in
restricting growth of the baby and in the control of post-
partum hemorrhage. The delivery of the baby and
placenta as a unit for the purpose of resuscitation is
particularly interesting and needs more rigorous
research.
The Urhobo TBA should not be disregarded. They
seem to have a knowledge base that could be of benefit to
the modern medicine.
Further research is needed to document their ways
and rigorously evaluate their practices. They can be
partners and a valuable resource in the provision of
maternal health care.
Keywords :
Traditional Birth Attendant; Cultural Practices; Delivery of Placenta; Newborn Resuscitation; External Cephalic Version; Urhobo.
This qualitative study explores the practices of
two Urhobo traditional birth attendants in Delta State of
Nigeria. It utilizes interviews and observation over a one-
year period to understand and document their practices.
Interpretation of observations was through the
perspective of an orthodox trained obstetrician with
experience in emergency medicine.Findings include the practice of ‘rubbing’ which
entails External Cephalic Version and the use of herbs in
restricting growth of the baby and in the control of post-
partum hemorrhage. The delivery of the baby and
placenta as a unit for the purpose of resuscitation is
particularly interesting and needs more rigorous
research.
The Urhobo TBA should not be disregarded. They
seem to have a knowledge base that could be of benefit to
the modern medicine.
Further research is needed to document their ways
and rigorously evaluate their practices. They can be
partners and a valuable resource in the provision of
maternal health care.
Keywords :
Traditional Birth Attendant; Cultural Practices; Delivery of Placenta; Newborn Resuscitation; External Cephalic Version; Urhobo.
