BMC Pregnancy Childbirth March 2018 PMID 29587676

`Whose Shoes?` Can an educational board game engage Ugandan men in pregnancy and childbirth?

Alice Norah Ladur, Edwin van Teijlingen, Vanora Hundley

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Peak: 14 in Sep 2021

across 2 sources since Sep 2021

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Sep 2021 – Jul 2024

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The discussions reflect strong positive interest and engagement, with phrases like 'incredibly special & insightful article' and mentions of re-reading and planning podcasts, indicating the perceived relevance and depth of engagement, although the overall impact on broader social change appears moderate given the focus on academic and personal responses.

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Most discussions express positive reactions, referencing the article as insightful or special, indicating general support.

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Posts show high interest, with mentions of re-reading the article and planning related activities, demonstrating curiosity and engagement.

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Conversations include planning podcasts, re-engaging with the report, and sharing enthusiastic comments, reflecting deep involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions highlight appreciation and potential significance, they focus more on personal or academic interest rather than broad societal change.

Abstract in brief

Educational board games can effectively engage Ugandan men in learning about pregnancy and childbirth, helping to promote better maternal health outcomes.
A study involving Ugandan men living in the UK found that they viewed the game as an understandable and positive health promotional tool, suggesting its potential use in Uganda's rural areas.
Participants emphasized that the game should be adapted to fit the local cultural and contextual realities to maximize its relevance and impact in rural Ugandan communities.]

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Using Educational Games to Engage Ugandan Men for Better Maternal Health Outcomes

This video features Dr. Alice Ladur discussing her PhD research in Uganda, where she used the Whose Shoes board game to involve men in pregnancy and childbirth education, leading to positive culture change and improved…

WhoseShoes · Jul 13, 2024 9 views

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Florence Wilcock · Jul 11, 2024 3 views

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Gill Phillips (WhoseShoes@bsky.social)

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`Whose Shoes?` Can an educational board game engage Ugandan men in pregnancy and childbirth? | BMC Pregnancy & Childbirth This has just popped up on my reading list!

May 14, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 27,067 followers View post →

Born Too Soon KH

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RT @WhoseShoes: Planning for a @WildCardWS podcast with fab @AliceLadur Re-reading this incredibly special & insightful article re how Alic…

Sep 30, 2021 · 6 shares · 2,656 followers View post →

Carol Munt

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RT @WhoseShoes: Planning for a @WildCardWS podcast with fab @AliceLadur Re-reading this incredibly special & insightful article re how Alic…

Sep 30, 2021 · 6 shares · 1,463 followers View post →

Charlene Cole

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RT @WhoseShoes: Planning for a @WildCardWS podcast with fab @AliceLadur Re-reading this incredibly special & insightful article re how Alic…

Sep 29, 2021 · 6 shares · 5,072 followers View post →

Sarah Winfield

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RT @WhoseShoes: Planning for a @WildCardWS podcast with fab @AliceLadur Re-reading this incredibly special & insightful article re how Alic…

Sep 29, 2021 · 6 shares · 3,201 followers View post →

Wild Card - Whose Shoes?

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RT @WhoseShoes: Planning for a @WildCardWS podcast with fab @AliceLadur Re-reading this incredibly special & insightful article re how Alic…

Sep 29, 2021 · 6 shares · 457 followers View post →

Gill Phillips (WhoseShoes@bsky.social)

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Sep 29, 2021 · 6 likes · 6 shares · 27,067 followers View post →

Charlene Cole

@charlMidwife · X