Women's experiences of Caesarean section and vaginal birth after Caesarian: A Birthrites initiative

2003 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Fenwick ◽  
Jenny Gamble ◽  
Jackie Mawson
Keyword(s):  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences

scholarly journals Women's experiences of VBAC in Cyprus: a qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleni Hadjigeorgiou ◽  
Constantina Katsie ◽  
Maria Papadopoulou ◽  
Maria Dolores Christofi ◽  
Andri Christoforou
Keyword(s):  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Perinatal Care ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Valuable Insight ◽  
Previous Caesarean Section ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Insight Into

Abstract Background and aim In 21st century, there has been an increasing interest in vaginal birth after previous caesarean section (VBAC) in Cyprus, a country with a very high operative birth rate. Research-based evidence of women’s VBAC experiences in Cyprus is non-existent, despite its significance for the well-being of mothers and families. The aim of this study is to gain insight into the women’s lived experience of VBAC in Cyprus. In this study women’s experiences of VBAC are explored for the first time in Cyprus. Method The study is qualitative and exploratory in nature. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 10 women, who experienced vaginal birth after a previous caesarean section (VBAC) in Cyprus. A descriptive phenomenological approach was employed for the analysis of data. Results Analysis of data yielded four major themes: (a) medicalization of childbirth, (b) preparing for a VBAC, (c) birth environment, and (d) healing through VBAC. On the whole, the women interviewed described their previous experience of CS as traumatic, in contrast to vaginal childbirth. VBAC was considered an utterly positive experience that made the women feel empowered and proud of themselves. Conclusion This study offers valuable insight into a newly researched subject in Cyprus, which is necessary for advancing perinatal care in Cyprus. The findings indicate that women need evidence-based information, guidelines on birthing options, good preparation with tailored information and personalized care for a successful vaginal birth after a previous caesarean section. Proper, non-biased, consultations are a main factor that affects women’s choice of mode of birth. The introduction of new, women-friendly perinatal strategies that respect and promote childbirth rights is imperative in the case of Cyprus. All women have the right to exercise informed choice and the choice to alternative birthing options.

scholarly journals Women’s experiences of the Odon Device to assist vaginal birth and participation in intrapartum research: a qualitative study in a maternity unit in the Southwest of England

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. e057023
Author(s):  
Emily J Hotton ◽  
Natalie S Blencowe ◽  
Erik Lenguerrand ◽  
Tim J Draycott ◽  
Joanna F Crofts ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Participant Observation ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Postnatal Period ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Maternity Unit ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Link Type ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Registration Number

ObjectiveTo investigate women’s experiences of having a birth assisted by the Odon Device (an innovative device for assisted vaginal birth) and participation in intrapartum research.DesignQualitative semistructured interviews and observations undertaken in the context of case study work embedded in the ASSIST feasibility study.SettingA tertiary referral National Health Service (NHS) maternity unit in the Southwest of England, between 8 October 2018 and 26 January 2019.ParticipantsEight women, four operators and 11 midwives participated with eight observations of the assisted vaginal birth, eight interviews with women in the postnatal period, 39 interviews/reflections with operators and 19 interviews with midwives. Women in the case study research were recruited from participants in the main ASSIST Study.InterventionThe Odon Device, an innovative device for assisted vaginal birth.ResultsThirty-nine case studies were undertaken. Triangulation of data sources (participant observation, interviews with women, operators and midwives) enabled the exploration of women’s experiences of the Odon Device and recruitment in the intrapartum trial. Experiences were overwhelmingly positive. Women were motivated to take part by a wish for a kinder birth, and because they perceived both the recruitment and research processes (including observation) to be highly acceptable, regardless of whether the Odon-assisted birth was successful or not.ConclusionsInterviews and observations from multiple stakeholders enabled insight into women’s experiences of an innovative device for assisted vaginal birth. Applying these qualitative methods more broadly may illuminate perspectives of key stakeholders in future intrapartum intervention research and beyond.Trial registration numberISRCTN10203171; ASSIST Study registration; https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN10203171.

scholarly journals Online reported women’s experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse after vaginal birth

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Mirskaya ◽  
Eva-Carin Lindgren ◽  
Ing-Marie Carlsson
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Fertile Women

Abstract Background Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a major public health problem with a relative high lifetime risk of surgery. The main risk factor for developing POP is vaginal birth. Many women become symptomatic later in life and most of the existing research on symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse (sPOP) predominantly concentrates on the effects of the condition on postmenopausal women. However bothersome symptoms of POP can be reported as early as in women’s 20s and may occur shortly after vaginal birth. Limited studies provide an insight into daily life of fertile women with sPOP. Thus, we aimed to explore fertile women’s experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ (sPOP) after vaginal birth. Methods An inductive, text-driven approach was taken by selecting thread posts from an internet forum written by 33 Swedish fertile women who had experienced sPOP after vaginal birth. Results The overarching theme “being irreparably damaged” was identified as representing an experience of being disabled by sPOP after vaginal birth. The fertile women experienced that their lives were ruined because of physical and psychological limitations caused by this unexpected, unfamiliar and unexplained condition. Living with sPOP impinged on sexual health, restricted daily and sports activities and affected the women’s ability to fulfill everyday parental duties. This in turn compromised women’s psychological health. In addition, the negligence of healthcare professionals who tended to trivialize and normalize the symptoms led to the belief that there were no sustainable treatments and that women would have to live with bothersome symptoms of POP for rest of their lives. Conclusions This study found that sPOP had a significant negative impact on fertile women’s lives. The women indicated that they had not had the opportunity to voice their concerns and had not been taken seriously by healthcare professionals. It is of the utmost importance to acknowledge this problem and develop guidelines for prevention and management of sPOP to improve the quality of life for women.

scholarly journals Women’s experiences of planning a vaginal birth after caesarean in different models of maternity care in Australia

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hazel Keedle ◽  
Lilian Peters ◽  
Virginia Schmied ◽  
Elaine Burns ◽  
Warren Keedle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maternity Care ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Vaginal Birth After Caesarean

scholarly journals Online reported women's experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse after vaginal birth

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Mirskaya ◽  
Eva-Carin Lindgren ◽  
Ing-Marie Carlsson
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Fertile Women

Abstract Background: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a major public health problem with a relative high lifetime risk of surgery. The main risk factor for developing POP is vaginal birth. Many women become symptomatic later in life and most of the existing research on symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse (sPOP) predominantly concentrates on the effects of the condition on postmenopausal women. However, bothersome symptoms of POP can be reported as early as in women’s 20s and may occur shortly after vaginal birth. Limited studies provide an insight into daily life of fertile women with sPOP. Thus, we aimed to explore fertile women's experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ (sPOP) after vaginal birth. Methods: An inductive, text-driven approach was taken by selecting thread posts from an internet forum written by 33 Swedish fertile women who had experienced sPOP after vaginal birth. Results: The overarching theme “being irreparably damaged” was identified as representing an experience of being disabled by sPOP after vaginal birth. The fertile women experienced that their lives were ruined because of physical and psychological limitations caused by this unexpected, unfamiliar and unexplained condition. Living with sPOP impinged on sexual health, restricted daily and sports activities and affected the women´s ability to fulfill everyday parental duties. This in turn compromised women’s psychological health. In addition, the negligence of healthcare professionals who tended to trivialize and normalize the symptoms led to the belief that there were no sustainable treatments and that women would have to live with bothersome symptoms of POP for rest of their lives. Conclusions: This study found that sPOP had a significant negative impact on fertile women’s lives. The women indicated that they had not had the opportunity to voice their concerns and had not been taken seriously by healthcare professionals. It is of the utmost importance to acknowledge this problem and develop guidelines for prevention and management of sPOP to improve the quality of life for women.

scholarly journals Online reported women's experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse after vaginal birth

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Mirskaya ◽  
Eva-Carin Lindgren ◽  
Ing-Marie Carlsson
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Vaginal Birth ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Fertile Women

Abstract Background: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a major public health problem with a relative high lifetime risk of surgery. The main risk factor for developing POP is vaginal birth. Many women become symptomatic later in life and most of the existing research on symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse (sPOP) predominantly concentrates on the effects of the condition on postmenopausal women. However, bothersome symptoms of POP can be reported as early as in women’s 20s and may occur shortly after vaginal birth. Limited studies provide an insight into daily life of fertile women with sPOP. Thus, we aimed to explore fertile women's experiences of symptomatic pelvic organ (sPOP) after vaginal birth. Methods: An inductive, text-driven approach was taken by selecting thread posts from an internet forum written by 33 Swedish fertile women who had experienced sPOP after vaginal birth. Results: The overarching theme “being irreparably damaged” was identified as representing an experience of being disabled by sPOP after vaginal birth. The fertile women experienced that their lives were ruined because of physical and psychological limitations caused by this unexpected, unfamiliar and unexplained condition. Living with sPOP impinged on sexual health, restricted daily and sports activities and affected the women´s ability to fulfill everyday parental duties. This in turn compromised women’s psychological health. In addition, the negligence of healthcare professionals who tended to trivialize and normalize the symptoms led to the belief that there were no sustainable treatments and that women would have to live with bothersome symptoms of POP for rest of their lives. Conclusions: This study found that sPOP had a significant negative impact on fertile women’s lives. The women indicated that they had not had the opportunity to voice their concerns and had not been taken seriously by healthcare professionals. It is of the utmost importance to acknowledge this problem and develop guidelines for prevention and management of sPOP to improve the quality of life for women.

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