International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices
Volume 3, Issue 1 (2025)
Table of contents
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Analysis of Health Benefits Associated with Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Lactating Mothers in Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, Nigeria for Sustainable National Development
Abstract: Exclusive breastfeeding, which involves feeding an infant only breast milk for the first 6 months of life, offers numerous health benefits for both the baby and the breastfeeding mother. Despite the well-established advantages, global rates of exclusive breastfeeding remain lower than ideal, and this is also the case in Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, Nigeria. This study aims to explore the health benefits of exclusive breastfeeding for lactating mothers in Maiduguri …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment: Interdisciplinary Perspectives
Abstract: Despite the world's progress toward gender parity in education, more girls than boys are still out of school. Despite gender equality being a fundamental human right, women and men continue to experience unequal access to opportunities and decision-making power globally. Women often face fewer opportunities for economic participation compared to men, limited access to both basic and higher education, greater health risks, and underrepresentation in politics. When women and girls …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Hormonal Shifts and Vision Changes: Addressing the Needs of Women During and After Pregnancy
Abstract: Pregnancy and the postpartum period are marked by significant hormonal fluctuations that can profoundly affect a woman’s vision health. This review explores the relationship between hormonal shifts during pregnancy and the onset of common vision changes, including but not limited to dry eyes, blurred vision, and retinal changes. These changes are often temporary but can indicate underlying complications such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and other pregnancy-related conditions that may threaten …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Pregnancy-Induced Post-Natal Back Pain
Abstract: Pregnancy-induced post-natal back pain (PNBP) is a common condition that affects many women following childbirth, significantly impacting their quality of life and physical functioning. The physiological and anatomical changes during pregnancy, such as weight gain, altered posture, and hormonal changes, contribute to the onset of back pain. As the body prepares for delivery, the pelvis and spine undergo structural shifts that can strain the muscles and ligaments supporting the lower …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Effect of 4-Week Protocol of Kegel Exercise on Pelvic Floor Strength on a Patient with Ovarian Endometriosis—A Case Report
Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this case study was to describe the effects of Kegel exercise in a 4-week protocol for a patient with endometriosis associated with urinary incontinence. Case description: A 23-year-old female patient presented with chronic low back pain and also complained of difficulty in holding urine and leakage while doing forceful activities like lifting heavy objects, coughing, and sneezing in the past 6 months. She also complained of …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–14 Read article