Influence of cultural practices on the physical health of women of child bearing age in selected communities in Ado Ekiti Department: Nursing Science By: iamjahmeyou Project ID: 9119 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦5000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractMaternal health remains a global priority, yet cultural practices during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period continue to shape health outcomes for women of childbearing age, particularly in low and middle-income countries. While some practices provide social support and promote well-being, others contribute to adverse outcomes such as malnutrition, reproductive tract infections, obstructed labor, and maternal mortality. In Nigeria, where nearly 20% of global maternal deaths occur, cultural practices such as dietary restrictions, reliance on traditional birth attendants, herbal remedies, and postpartum rituals remain widespread. This study assessed the influence of cultural practices on the physical health of women of childbearing age in selected communities in Ado Ekiti Metropolis. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, with a sample size of 250 women aged 15–49 years, selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Results revealed that 68% of respondents adhered to at least one harmful cultural practice, including food taboos and reliance on untrained birth attendants. Educational status and religion were significantly associated with adherence to cultural practices (p< 0.05). Furthermore, women who practiced dietary restrictions during pregnancy reported higher incidences of anemia and low birth weight infants. Conversely, supportive practices such as the“Omugwo” postpartum care tradition were associated with improved maternal recovery and reduced psychological stress. The study concludes that cultural practices exert both positive and negative influences on maternal health. Recommendations include strengthening culturally sensitive health education, integrating traditional birth attendants into formal health systems through training, and promoting evidence-based practices to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare providers in designing interventions that respect cultural contexts while safeguarding maternal health. ...Preview Download Preview +Other Nursing Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Factors contributing to ineffective utilization of immunization programme among mothers in Ekwerazu town Ahiazu Mbaise local government area Imo state»Knowledge and practice of quality assurance among nurses working in accident and emergency unit of University of Ilorin teaching hospital, Kwara state»Awareness of female genital mutilation and its implication to reproductive health among mothers in Amaifeke in Orlu local government, Imo state»Factors that influence the patronage of traditional birth attendants in Umuowa community Orlu Lga, Imo State»Accessibility and use of information communication technology (ICT) in the enhancement of nursing education among nursing students in Madonna University Teaching Hospital (MUTH)»Attitude of nurses towards research among accident and emergency nurses of University of Ilorin teaching hospital»Awareness and practice of pressure sores prevention in the care of the elderly among nurses in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Incidence of protein energy malnutrition among children under five years in General Hospital, Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi state»Factors influencing the attitudes of women toward family planning in Rivers state»Assessment of nutritional pattern and practice among pregnant women in holy rosary hospital»Assessment of exclusive breastfeeding in the development of under-five children in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Burnout syndrome and use of therapeutic approaches among nursing students in Madonna University, Rivers state»Assessment of practices used in the prevention of Lassa fever infection among health workers in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Factors influencing high rate of abortion among women of childbearing age in Saki, Saki West Local Government Area, Oyo State»Awareness of determinants of sexual abuse and identification of supportive care among female nursing student of Madonna University