Comparison between indigenous and Western postnatal care practices in Mopani District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Background: Postnatal care begins immediately after the expulsion of the placenta and continues for six to eight weeks post-delivery. High standard of care is required during the postnatal period because mothers and babies are at risk and vulnerable to complications related to postpartum haemorrhage...

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Published in:	Curationis
Main Authors:	Roinah N. Ngunyulu, Fhumulani M. Mulaudzi, Mmapheko D. Peu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	AOSIS 2015-05-01
Subjects:	Indigenous practices Midwife Postnatal period Traditional birth attendant Western healthcare practices
Online Access:	https://curationis.org.za/index.php/curationis/article/view/1252