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Womens Perception Of Their Childbirth Expereinces: An Integrated Literature Review, Nancy M. Farmer
Womens Perception Of Their Childbirth Expereinces: An Integrated Literature Review, Nancy M. Farmer
Honors Undergraduate Theses
Pregnancy and childbirth are a unique and sacred time in many womens' lives and the process of giving birth often leaves women and families in a vulnerable position.
This integrated literature review examined birthing experiences from the maternal perspective and focused on the short-term and long-term implications of negatively perceived maternal experiences. While there are several international studies, only a few have been published studies from the United States.
The integrated review showed a significant impact of provider-client communication and shared decision making on a woman's overall perception of her birthing experience. Reports of excess intervention, lack of informed consent, …