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Factors that influence first-time mothers' choice and experience of early discharge
Maria Löf1, Elizabeth Crang Svalenius, Eva K Persson
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Hospital, Lund, Sweden.
Objective:
The aim of this study was to describe factors that influenced first-time mothers' choice of and experiences during the first postnatal week, after early discharge without a domiciliary visit by the midwife.
Design:
Interviews were analysed using content analysis.
Settings And Participants:
The nine participants were recruited from the Maternity Department at a University Hospital in Sweden. The catchment area included both an urban and rural population.
Measurements And Findings:
One main category and three subcategories emerged from the text. The main category was a feeling of confidence and security and the subcategories were being able to meet the needs of the baby, feeling 'back to normal' and receiving support.
Key Conclusion:
Factors that influenced first-time mothers' choice and experience of early discharge were their sense of confidence and security, that they had support from their partner and that they could trust the follow-up organization.
Implications For Practice:
A booked telephone call and a follow-up visit to the midwife can be sufficient as a programme for first-time mothers choosing early discharge.
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