Birth is a physiological act that is part of the morpho-functional economy of the maternal
body. Each stage in the act of birth has a predetermined pathway that is neurohormonally …

Introduction. Pregnancy is a unique time in a woman's life that can be both exciting and
challenging. It is also a period that can be associated with significant stress, anxiety, and …

Background The Fear of Childbirth (FOC) is associated with several adverse health
outcomes for children and women. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an …

Problem Fear of childbirth (FOC) is a significant public health concern, and understanding its
determinants is crucial for developing effective interventions to support women during …

Background Complications requiring medical interventions during childbirth are far from
rare, even after uncomplicated pregnancies. It is often a challenge for maternity healthcare …

Negative childbirth experiences may result in negative emotions that may lead to negative
outcomes, such as post-traumatic stress disorder. We aimed to examine the differences in …

Objectives Ongoing controversies persist regarding risk factors associated with the failure of
transition from epidural labor analgesia to cesarean section anesthesia, including the …

Abstract Background The outbreak of Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) in 2019 has
continued until now, posing a huge threat to the public's physical and mental health …

Background Continuum of care (CoC) is the continuity of care from the beginning of
pregnancy to the postnatal period to improve maternal, neonatal, and child health. Dropout …

Objective The aim of the study was to assess the levels of fear and anxiety in the particularly
vulnerable population group of women during pregnancy. Methods Cross-sectional study …