Traditional Birth Attendants as Guardians of Tradition Amidst Modernization in Javanese Culture

Indiyanto, Agus and Afad, Mochammas Najmul and Ahmad, Maghfur and Fajariyah, Nur and Mahmudi, Mukh Imron Ali (2024) Traditional Birth Attendants as Guardians of Tradition Amidst Modernization in Javanese Culture. Cosmopolitan Civil Societies, 16 (1). pp. 81-90. ISSN 18375391

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Abstract

This study examines the enduring presence of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in Batang Regency, Indonesia, and involves various stakeholders, including users of TBA services, healthcare professionals, and the general public. The research utilizes participant observation and in-depth interviews to collect data. The participants involved in the study include one TBA aged 70, three TBA aged 30-40, one midwife, nine women who have utilized TBA services, and seven community members, totaling 21 individuals. The findings highlight three key aspects. Firstly, childbirth assistance by TBAs continues to exist even in the modern world. Secondly, various factors such as belief or faith, emotional bonds, economic considerations, ease of access, and non-procedural approaches contribute to the persistence of traditional birth customs alongside other evolving practices. Lastly, the resilience of traditional practices performed by TBAs indicates their adaptability to health sciences and their positive impact on maternal and child health.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Indonesia; Javanese Culture; Modernization; Traditional Birth Attendant; Traditional Practices
Subjects: G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GN Anthropology
Divisions: Faculty of Cultural Sciences > Anthropology Department
Depositing User: OKTAVIANA DWI P
Date Deposited: 04 Sep 2024 03:18
Last Modified: 04 Sep 2024 03:18
URI: https://ir.lib.ugm.ac.id/id/eprint/6335

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