UNDERSTANDING THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF PREGNANT AND PARENTING ADOLESCENTS IN BURKINA FASO, MALAWI AND KENYA

Pregnant and parenting adolescents (PPAs) in African countries face unique challenges that impact their well-being and life opportunities. Limited research exists on their lived experiences, including the impact of pregnancy on education and their overall well-being. Our studies aimed to document the lived experiences of PPAs, including the impact of pregnancy on their education, health, and aspirations.

We used mixed-methods cross-sectional approaches to conduct the studies in Burkina Faso, Kenya and Malawi. Data were collected from a total of 980, 594, and 669 PPAs in Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Malawi, respectively. These data are crucial for informing policy changes and interventions to better support pregnant and parenting adolescents. The data can also help shed light on the challenges faced by PPAs and the potential ways to improve their well-being and opportunities.