Int J Gynaecol Obstet, 1979 9 1;17(2):108-13.
PMID: 41751 DOI: 10.1002/j.1879-3479.1979.tb00128.x

Abstract

The training and utilization of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in maternal and child health and family planning programs in Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia are discussed. Special efforts to organize and train TBAs for family planning in Malaysia are examined in detail. Import factors for successful utilization of TBAs include: (a) definite assignment of functions and tasks, (b) organization of good operational steps and (c) implementation of good supervisory activities.

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