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Striving for Respectful Maternity Care Everywhere.
Rose L Molina1,2,3, Suha J Patel4,5, Jennifer Scott6,7,4
1Division of Women's Health, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 1620 Tremont St, OBC-34, Boston, MA, 02120, USA. rlmolina@partners.org.
Maternal and Child Health Journal
|April 21, 2016
Summary
Mistreatment during childbirth discourages women from seeking skilled birth attendants, leading to adverse outcomes. Research must prioritize patient satisfaction to improve maternal and neonatal care globally.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Public Health
- Women's Health
Background:
- Mistreatment of women during childbirth in healthcare facilities is a significant global concern.
- Disrespect and abuse by maternal health providers deter women from utilizing skilled birth attendants, negatively impacting maternal and neonatal health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight diverse forms of mistreatment during childbirth across different countries.
- To underscore the importance of respectful maternity care in global health agendas.
Main Methods:
- This commentary analyzes mistreatment examples from Kenya, Mexico, and the United States.
- It discusses various forms of mistreatment, including physical abuse, non-consented care, and discrimination.
Main Results:
- Mistreatment during childbirth manifests in various forms, including physical abuse, non-consented care, and discrimination.
- These practices negatively affect women's choices regarding skilled birth attendance.
Conclusions:
- Respectful maternity care is a key focus in global maternal and neonatal health initiatives.
- Future research should concentrate on context-specific patient satisfaction to drive quality improvements in childbirth care.
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