Exploring the impact of healthcare workers communication with women who have experienced stillbirth in Malawi, Tanzania and Zambia. A grounded theory study

Communication and interaction with healthcare workers at the time of stillbirth remain in parents ’ long-term memories and impact on emotional and psychological well-being. Cultural attitudes and norms influence how stillbirth is acknowledged and discussed in society. There is limited evidence on how women from sub-Saharan Africa became aware of the death of their babies. This research explore d how women perceived the approach adopted by healthcare workers when the news of their stillbirth was disclosed to them.

Source: Women and Birth - April 16, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Valentina Actis Danna, Tina Lavender, Rose Laisser, Angela Chimwaza, Isabella Chisuse, Chowa Tembo Kasengele, Debora Kimaro, Flora D. Kuzenza, Kutemba Lyangenda, Milcah Mwamadi, Happiness Shayo, Khuzuet Tuwele, Sabina Wakasiaka, Carol Bedwell Tags: Original research Source Type: research