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S Morison1, Y Hauck, P Percival

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Couples actively shape their environment and take charge during home births. This qualitative study highlights the importance of control and responsibility in the home birth experience for parents.

Area of Science:

  • Maternal Health
  • Sociology of Health
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Home birth is a growing choice for parents seeking personalized birth experiences.
  • Understanding the lived experience of couples undergoing home birth is crucial for healthcare providers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the multifaceted experiences of couples who choose home birth.
  • To gain insight into the parental perspective on home birth environments and control.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed.
  • Interviews with 10 couples and observation of 3 home births in Western Australia.
  • Data analysis involved identifying themes from transcripts and field notes.

Main Results:

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  • Four key themes emerged: 'constructing the environment,' 'assuming control,' 'birthing,' and 'resolving expectations.'
  • Couples actively adapted their physical surroundings and support systems to create a positive birth atmosphere.
  • The theme of 'assuming control' emphasizes parents' desire to exert responsibility for their baby's birth.

Conclusions:

  • The home birth experience is characterized by couples actively creating an environment that facilitates control and responsibility.
  • Findings underscore the significance parents place on autonomy during childbirth.
  • Midwives can apply insights on birth environment and parental control in various settings.