[Individual birth. Results of a longitudinal study]

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Perinatal Care

Context:

• Investigates parental desires for individualized childbirth experiences.
• Examines the realization and long-term valuation of these wishes.
• Focuses on the critical aspects of safe delivery for mother and child.

Purpose:

• To assess the extent to which individual patient wishes for childbirth can be met within a safe, monitored setting.
• To evaluate parental satisfaction with specific birth preferences, such as partner presence and immediate newborn contact.
• To observe maternal behavior and interactions during and after birth.

Summary:

• 170 women's opinions on delivery preferences (partner presence, mobility, pain management, immediate newborn care) were recorded.
• Maternal behavior and mother-child-partner interactions were observed during labor and postpartum.
• Post-delivery assessments revealed high satisfaction with partner presence and skin-to-skin contact, promoting early bonding.

Impact:

• Demonstrates that individualized birth wishes are achievable in safe, monitored environments.
• Highlights the positive impact of partner presence and immediate postpartum skin-to-skin contact on parental satisfaction and bonding.
• Provides evidence for patient-centered maternity care, improving the overall childbirth experience.