Traditional Birth Attendants

Involving Traditional Birth Attendants and Community Health Workers to Promote Routine Immunization in a Hard-To-Reach Health District in Cameroon: Description of a Community-Based Implementation Approach

This study examined how traditional birth attendants (TBAs) and community health workers (CHWs) could help improve routine childhood vaccination in Kousseri, a hard-to-reach area of northern Cameroon. From July to September 2025, TBAs and CHWs were trained to educate communities, encourage parents to vaccinate their children, identify children who had missed vaccines, and refer … [Read more...] about Involving Traditional Birth Attendants and Community Health Workers to Promote Routine Immunization in a Hard-To-Reach Health District in Cameroon: Description of a Community-Based Implementation Approach

This study explored how healthcare professionals in Namibia view working with traditional birth attendants (TBAs). The participants believed that TBAs are trusted members of their communities and could support the health system by encouraging pregnant women to attend antenatal care, promoting healthy practices, and helping with emergency births in remote areas when needed. The … [Read more...] about Perceptions of healthcare professionals on collaborating with traditional birth attendants in reproductive health promotion in Northern Namibia

This study in the Kousseri health district, Cameroon, looked at whether working with traditional birth attendants and community health workers could improve childhood vaccination. After the intervention, more children received key vaccines, and almost all children who had missed vaccines were referred for immunization. Most outreach was done through home visits and community … [Read more...] about Involvement of Traditional Birth Attendants and Community Health Workers in Improving Immunization Coverage in Kousseri Health District, Cameroon: a Mixed Methods Study

This study explored the roles of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in Somaliland. Historically, TBAs handled pregnancy, childbirth, and harmful practices like female genital mutilation. Today, their role has shifted. They act as trusted links between communities and formal healthcare, helping women access professional maternal and reproductive services. Using TBAs in this way … [Read more...] about Unlocking the potential of traditional birth attendants in Somaliland: a qualitative study on healthcare system integration

This study looked at how traditional birth attendants in Bangladesh care for mothers and newborns. It found that they use a mix of helpful and risky practices. Many support good habits like cleanliness and physical activity, but some also rely on traditional methods that may not be safe. Their knowledge and training levels varied. The findings show a need for better training … [Read more...] about Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Traditional Birth Attendants in Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study on Maternal and Newborn Healthcare in Local Community