Transnationalism and care of migrant families during pregnancy, postpartum and early-childhood: an integrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Migrant families' transnational ties (i.e., connections to their countries of origin) may contribute to their hardships and/or may be a source of resiliency. A care approach that addresses these transnational ties may foster a positive identity and give coherence to experiences. We conducted an integrative review to determine what is known about transnational ties and the care of migrant families during pregnancy, postpartum and early childhood.

Methods

We searched 15 databases to identify literature reporting on a health or social program, service, or care experience of migrant families during pregnancy up to age five in a Western country (i.e., Canada, US, Australia, New Zealand or a European country). Information regarding if and how the service/program/care co

SUBMITTER: Merry L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7446052 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature