Abstract
The purpose of this study is to explore migrant Nigerian and Somali mothers’ and midwives’ perceptions of cultural competency in antenatal care. This study is justified by the increased risk of migrant black African women, particularly Nigerian and Somali women, dying in childbirth compared to other ethnic minority groups in the United Kingdom (UK), highlighting a problem that requires investigation (Centre for Maternal and Child Health Enquiries (CMACE), 2011; Knight et al., 2016). It is vaguely suggested by maternal mortality reports that cultural factors/issues have influenced these women attending for antenatal care ( CMACE, 2011; Knight et al., 2016; Lewis, 2007). Cultural perceptions of Nigerian and Somali women in relation to the antenatal care they access will provide knowledge that may be used to increase their engagement and satisfaction with antenatal care, thus increasing maternal and fetal wellbeing and improving outcomes. In addition, midwives’ perceptions of culturally competent antenatal care can be compared to Nigerian and Somali mothers’ views. Consequently, differences can be addressed in antenatal care provision.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 14 Feb 2024 |
| Event | National Maternity Research Programme's Maternity and Perinatal Research Vision Seminar - The Studio, Birmingham , United Kingdom Duration: 14 Feb 2024 → 14 Feb 2024 |
Conference
| Conference | National Maternity Research Programme's Maternity and Perinatal Research Vision Seminar |
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| Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
| City | Birmingham |
| Period | 14/02/24 → 14/02/24 |
| Other | This event aims to bring together researchers in all maternity and perinatal care areas to discuss critical questions and identify gaps in current research efforts. The day is broken into keynote talks, sofa-style panel discussions, and workshops, and it facilitates networking to drive forward critical research questions in the field. |
