A Meta-Synthesis of the Birth Experiences of African Immigrant Women Affected by Female Genital Cutting (2018)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Hamid,A.,Grace,K. T.,& Warren,N.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: The purpose of this study was to understand the labor and birth experiences of immigrant women in countries of resettlement who have a history of female genital cutting (FGC),also known as female genital mutilation or female circumcision.
Study Population: African immigrant women
Findings: Two novel syntheses emerged from the sample of studies that included African immigrant women mostly resettled in Europe and the United States. First,birth following FGC in the setting of resettlement was accompanied by pain and fear and has the potential to retraumatize. Second,while women sensed nostalgia for familiar customs and perceived disrespect in their new environment,they questioned the function of FGC in their lives and the lives of their daughters. The unfavorable birth experiences of FGC-affected women demonstrate the need to enhance care for this population. By recognising and addressing FGC in their care and carefully listening to the viewpoints and concerns of women affected by FGC,health care professionals can serve as a source of support.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Western Europe,Northern Europe,Australia and New Zealand,North America
Country(ies):Sweden,Norway,United Kingdom,France,United States,Australia