Background Previous studies have not synthesized existing literature on the lived
experiences of pregnant and parenting adolescents (aged 10–19) in Africa. Such evidence …

This study examines the determinants of school re-entry among teenage mothers in the Ho
and Hohoe Municipalities of the Volta Region, Ghana. These districts were selected based …

Background It is estimated that 38.8% of mothers develop postpartum depression (PPD) in
South Africa. While empirical evidence documents an association between intimate partner …

This phenomenological study sought to explore the lived experiences of student mothers
enrolled in a Philippine higher education institution situated in the province. Participants …

Background While a few studies have examined barriers to school re-entry among
adolescent mothers, studies focusing on the experiences of girls in low-income informal …

This commentary advocates for more research on the digital lives of minor parents, who
navigate dual roles as both children and parents, highlighting, on the one hand, the scarcity …

Objectives Maternal transition is a challenging developmental process requiring physical,
mental, social, and cognitive preparedness. Therefore, the transition to motherhood is even …

This study investigates how teenage mothers in Ghana experience stigma and
discrimination during their post-pregnancy and childbirth school re-entry phase. It evaluates …

Historically, fathers were often expected to be the primary providers of their families;
however, the role of men has evolved substantially. Increasingly, men are changing and so …

Background Teenage pregnancies disproportionately affect developing countries more than
developed countries. This study aimed at exploring the social-cultural dynamics and …