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Background: It has been shown that postnatal discomfort is one of the common issues that postpartum women go through and, in most cases, have a low quality of life, thus impairing their recovery and overall well-being. This research study was aimed at establishing the effectiveness of nurse-midwife-specific interventions aimed at reducing postnatal discomfort and enhancing the quality of life among postpartum women.
Methods: This quasi-experimental study had a control and an intervention group of postpartum women. Standardized questionnaires to assess pain and quality of life data were collected. Statistical analysis by Chi-square test and t-test to compare scores before and after the intervention in both the groups were performed.
Results: Intervention outcomes were a significant reduction in pain scores and quality-of-life improvements compared to the control group. Therefore, interventions targeted by the nurse-midwife may improve postpartum recovery.
Conclusion: Focused interventions by the nurse-midwife improved outcomes related to postnatal recovery. The treatment can be useful for inclusion in postpartum care to enhance the quality of life and maternal well-being.
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