Background: Given the increasing rate of cesarean delivery and request without maternal or
fetal indication among pregnant women, this systematic review was conducted to obtain the …

Background The optimal caesarean section rate is estimated to be between 10–15%;
however, it is much higher in high and many middle-income countries and continues to be …

Background A debate on the decision of women to choose a cesarean section as the mode
of birth in uncomplicated pregnancies from the views of relevant stakeholders. Main text …

Background: Fear of childbirth is one of the most common problems among pregnant
women that can threaten their and their baby's health. Therefore, the purpose of this study …

Aim The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of low back massage on perceived birth
pain and delivery. Method This study was designed as a study-control experimental type …

Objective in light of the rising caesarean section rates in many developing countries, we
sought to explore women׳ s and caregivers׳ experiences, perceptions, attitudes, and beliefs …

Background Caesarean section rates are increasing worldwide, and since the 2000s,
several researchers have investigated women's demand for caesarean sections. Question …

Introduction The fear of childbirth (FOC) has an adverse effect on the physical and mental
health of pregnant women and increases adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Previous …

Background There has been a worldwide rise in planned caesarean sections over recent
decades, with significant variations in practice between hospitals and countries. Guidelines …

OBJECTIVE: To examine the association between vaginal or cesarean delivery and urinary
incontinence (UI) and identify the trend in the change in UI within the first 12 months …