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First-time mothers' satisfaction with their birth experience - a cross-sectional study
Christel Johansson1, Hafrún Finnbogadóttir2
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ystad Hospital, Kristianstadsvägen 3, Ystad 271 33, Sweden.
Midwifery
|October 4, 2019
Summary
First-time mothers experiencing anal sphincter injuries or oxytocin augmentation during labor reported more negative birth experiences. Further research is needed to clarify the Visual Analog Scale
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Maternal Care
- Obstetrics
Background:
- Understanding factors influencing a positive birth experience is crucial for maternal well-being.
- First-time mothers' satisfaction with childbirth is a key indicator of quality care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess first-time mothers' satisfaction with their birth experience.
- To identify risk factors associated with negative birth experiences.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study utilizing retrospective data from electronic medical records.
- Data collected from 584 primiparous women at a Swedish birthing center.
- Negative birth experience defined as a Visual Analog Scale score of 4 or less.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of negative birth experiences was 9.6%.
- Obstetric anal sphincter injuries (AOR 2.8) and oxytocin augmentation in the first stage of labor (AOR 2.2) were significant risk factors.
- Mean age of participants was 29 years.
Conclusions:
- Oxytocin augmentation and anal sphincter injuries are linked to a higher likelihood of negative birth experiences.
- Further investigation is required to determine if the Visual Analog Scale measures pain or overall birth experience.
- Reliable instruments are essential for measuring birth experience and promoting supportive maternal care.
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