it addresses the intersection of cultural practices and mental health outcomes, particularly postpartum depression (PPD), which is prevalent among women in low- and middle-income countries, including many African nations. Studies indicate that one in five women in these regions experience PPD, which can adversely affect maternal and infant health outcomes, including breastfeeding practices (Woldeyohannes et al., 2021; Handiso et al., 2020). The role of traditional postpartum rituals, which often include communal support and specific health practices, may offer protective factors against the onset of PPD.