Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 1986 Apr; 24(2): 103-9.

Childbearing among the Igbos of Nigeria.

Egwuatu VE.

Traditional Obstetric care among women of the Igbo tribe in Nigeria is described. The role of traditional birth attendants, antenatal care, management of delivery complications, postnatal care and traditional community practices surrounding birth are discussed.