Background: Uncontrolled increase of C-section is one of the major problems in Iranian
health system, such that C-section is the most common surgical procedure in the entire …

Background: Gestational Diabetes (GD) is one of the major public health issues. The
purpose of the present study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to …

Background The aim of this study was to compare fear of childbirth, state and trait anxiety,
and childbirth self-efficacy among primiparous and multiparous women in Ahvaz, southwest …

Caesarean delivery (C-section) has been increasing worldwide; however, many women
from developing countries in Sub-Saharan Africa are deprived of these lifesaving services …

Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) in the first 6 months of life is the best and most
complete option for an infant, in that supplies the vitamins and minerals the baby needs …

Background Assessing women's childbirth experiences is a crucial indicator in maternity
services because negative childbirth experiences are associated with maternal mortalities …

BackgroundBetween 5% and 14% of women suffer from fear of childbirth (FOC) which is
associated with difficulties during birth and in postnatal psychological adjustment. Therefore …

Background The relation between grand multiparity (GMP) and the possible adverse
pregnancy outcomes is not well identified. GMP (parity≥ 5 births) frequently occurs in the …

Background Cesarean section (CS) rates have been increasing globally. Iran has one of the
highest CS rates in the world (47.9%). This review was conducted to assess the prevalence …

Background and aim Rates of cesarean section in Iran are unnecessarily high largely due to
fear of childbirth (FOC), yet this may be reduced through education. Iranian women are keen …