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ARTICLE TYPE : MINI REVIEW

Published on :   12 Nov 2025, Volume - 1
Journal Title :   WebLog Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | WebLog J Obstet Gynecol
Source URL:   weblog iconhttps://weblogoa.com/articles/wjog.2025.k1202
Permanent Identifier (DOI) :  doi iconhttps://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17684997

Upstream Perspective on Maternal–Child Environmental Health: Implications for Midwifery Practice

Prof. Jancy Rani. L 1 *
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nehru College of Nursing and Research Institute, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

Maternal and child health outcomes are shaped by complex environmental, social, and policy-level determinants that extend far beyond individual clinical care. The upstream perspective emphasizes prevention through action on these structural and environmental factors. This paper explores the upstream determinants of maternal and child environmental health—including air pollution, water sanitation, occupational hazards, and climate change—and highlights the crucial role of midwives in promoting environmental justice and health equity. Integrating environmental health principles into midwifery practice is vital for advancing sustainable and holistic care for women and children.

Keywords: Maternal Health; Child Health; Environmental Determinants; Midwifery Practice; Upstream Approach; Sustainability

Citation

Jancy Rani. L. Upstream Perspective on Maternal–Child Environmental Health: Implications for Midwifery Practice. WebLog J Obstet Gynecol. wjog.2025.k1202. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17684997
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