Term of Award
Summer 2024
Degree Name
Doctor of Public Health in Community Health Behavior and Education (Dr.P.H.)
Document Type and Release Option
Dissertation (open access)
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Department
Department of Health Policy and Community Health
Committee Chair
Tilicia Mayo-Gamble
Committee Member 1
Joanne Chopak-Foss
Committee Member 2
Bettye Apenteng
Abstract
Labor migration is a prevalent phenomenon in Nepal, with many men leaving the country searching for employment opportunities, often leaving their families behind. This study explores the impact of this migration on women's postpartum experiences, including factors such as emotional support, financial strain, and childcare responsibilities. A qualitative approach was used, conducting interviews of 31(16 women with labor-migrant spouses and 15 with non-migrant spouses) to gather insights into the unique challenges faced by the two groups of women during the postpartum period. The findings highlight the significant differences in postpartum experiences between women with migrant spouses and those without, shedding light on the complex interplay between labor migration, gender roles, and maternal health outcomes in Nepal. The implications of these findings for policy and practice are discussed, with a focus on identifying strategies to support the well-being of women and families affected by labor migration. More research is necessary to enhance understanding of the lasting consequences of labor migration on the health outcomes of both mothers and children, alongside assessing the efficacy of interventions designed to alleviate the adverse effects of migration on families.
Recommended Citation
Lohani, Sandhya, "A Qualitative Exploration of Spousal Labor Migration and the Postpartum Experiences of Women in Nepal" (2024). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 2820.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etd/2820
Research Data and Supplementary Material
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