essay

Mothers and infants

kiribati: a changing atoll culture • [Suva, Fiji] • Published In 1985 • Pages: 17-25

By: Teatao Tira, Rite.

Abstract
This document discusses the state of Kiribati maternal and child care. While recognizing recent expansion of health facilities and services, the author argues that children are suffering from malnutrition primarily caused by increasing dependence on cheap imported food. The problem is exacerbated by mothers' involvement in income-generating activities which, while economically helpful, reduce time for childcare. For maps, glossary, and bibliography see Mason (1985).
Subjects
Family relationships
Extended families
Infant feeding
Infant care
Child care
Postnatal care
Gender roles and issues
Gender status
Division of labor by gender
Childhood activities
Morbidity
Diet
Nutrition
Labor supply and employment
Price and value
External trade
Acculturation and culture contact
culture
Kiribati
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Micronesia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Government Official
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem ; 2016
Field Date
1982-1985
Coverage Date
1977-1985
Coverage Place
South Tarawa, Northern Kiribati Islands, Republic of Kiribati
Notes
Rite Teatao Tira ; photographs by Tony Whincup
LCCN
86214124
LCSH
Kiribati--Social life and customs
Kiribati--Social conditions