Problem Fear of childbirth negatively affects women during pregnancy and after birth. Aim
To summarise the findings of published studies regarding possible causes/predisposing …

Abstract Background Fear of Childbirth (FOC) is a common problem affecting women's
health and wellbeing, and a common reason for requesting caesarean section. The aims of …

Background Considerable debate surrounds the influence media have on first-time pregnant
women. Much of the academic literature discusses the influence of (reality) television, which …

The objective of this narrative review was to examine the literature on fear of childbirth from
a psychological perspective, addressing the specificity of childbirth fear, the pathways of fear …

The current recommendation of the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding cesarean
section (C-section) is that this clinical practice should be carried out only under specific …

Aims and objectives This meta‐synthesis aimed to identify key elements contributing to FOC
derived from women's own reports. Background Fear of childbirth (FOC) encompasses fear …

The impact of maternal mental health disorders on women and their children is significant.
Stress and psychological problems during pregnancy have been associated with preterm …

Giving birth is one of the most impressive experiences in life. However, many pregnant
women suffer from fear of childbirth (FOC) and experience labour in very different ways …

Background Fear of birth and mode of delivery preferences are similar among pregnant and
nonpregnant women, suggesting that attitudes toward birth are formed in young adulthood …

Background Assessment of childbirth fear, in advance of pregnancy, and early identification
of modifiable factors contributing to fear can inform public health initiatives and/or school …