Background From the individual perspective, security, which is essential to life quality, is
characterised as an elementary human need that requires fulfilment. During the transition to …

Background Midwives being 'with woman'is embedded in professional philosophy,
standards of practice and partnerships with women. In light of the centrality of being 'with …

Background The phenomenon of being 'with woman'is fundamental to midwifery as it
underpins its philosophy, relationships and practices. There is an identified gap in …

Background Women's negative experiences in the delivery room can have significance for
later fear of childbirth. Therefore, it is important to critically evaluate the care during …

Background Becoming parents for the first time is challenging. Mothers need both social and
professional support to handle these challenges. Professionals' attitudes affect quality of …

Despite the consequences for women's health, a repeat cesarean section (CS) birth after a
previous CS is common in Western countries. Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) is …

Purpose: There is a need to deepen knowledge about midwives' care in obstetric-led labour
wards in which midwives are responsible for normal births. This ethnographic study explores …

Background: With increase in the number of female prisoners, it seems necessary to follow
up the conditions of pregnant women in prison in order to identify their needs and provide …

Background Professional support in childbearing has beneficial effects on childbirth
experience, interactions within the family, breastfeeding and medical outcomes. However …

Problem and background: The assessment of advantages and drawbacks associated with
varying birthing positions has predominantly centered around medical or technical …