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Immigrant mother and her child.

F N Bamford

    British Medical Journal
    |January 30, 1971
    PubMed
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    Asian mothers faced greater health risks, but their families showed more stability. Early childhood environmental stimulus is crucial for Asian children

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    Area of Science:

    • Maternal and Child Health
    • Sociology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Compares health risks of immigrant Asian mothers and babies with an indigenous group in Bradford.
    • Utilizes obstetric data from 1965-1969 to analyze health outcomes and family dynamics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess and compare the health risks associated with immigrant Asian mothers and their infants versus a local population.
    • To examine family structures and child-rearing environments in both groups during the study period.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of obstetric data for 1,164 Asian mothers and a comparable indigenous group.
    • Comparison of perinatal mortality rates and inter-pregnancy intervals between 1965 and 1969.
    • Assessment of family size and child-rearing stability.

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    Main Results:

    • Asian mothers experienced higher perinatal mortality rates (48.6 in 1965, 26.8 in 1969) compared to the indigenous group (26.6 in 1965, 25.5 in 1969).
    • A significant proportion (43.9%) of Asian mothers had short intervals (<1 year) between pregnancies.
    • Asian families were found to be more stable, offering a secure upbringing, despite greater maternal and child health risks.

    Conclusions:

    • Elevated health risks for Asian mothers and infants necessitate targeted health interventions.
    • While family stability is a strength, Asian children require enhanced early childhood environmental stimulation to mitigate potential educational disadvantages.
    • The study highlights the complex interplay of health, socio-cultural factors, and developmental outcomes in immigrant populations.