2022
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1751062
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Is it Necessary to Evaluate Fear of Childbirth in Pregnant Women? A Scoping Review

Abstract: Objective To review concepts, definitions, and findings about fear of childbirth (FOC). Methods A bibliographic review was carried out through the main scientific databases in 2020. Results All 32 articles considered potentially relevant were analyzed. A recent study suggests that the global prevalence of FOC can reach up to 14%. Factors such as parity, gestational age, previous birth experience, age and nationality of the woman seem to influence FOC. Conclusion Fear of childbirth… Show more

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“…According to Räisänen et al, fear of childbirth is a solid predisposing factor for PPD (29). Also, PPD is related to an increased risk of adverse obstetric outcomes, such as maternal requests for caesarean delivery, preterm birth and prolonged labour (30). Therefore, informing, encouraging and supporting expectant mothers about childbirth should not be overlooked.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…According to Räisänen et al, fear of childbirth is a solid predisposing factor for PPD (29). Also, PPD is related to an increased risk of adverse obstetric outcomes, such as maternal requests for caesarean delivery, preterm birth and prolonged labour (30). Therefore, informing, encouraging and supporting expectant mothers about childbirth should not be overlooked.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The possible explanation for the current result is that FOC may be exaggerated by a woman’s prior experience with stress and insufficient counseling provided by health care providers. The most common sources of FOC for women with previous labor-related complications were the previous experience of severe pain, harming or distressing the infant, cesarean section, premature birth, prolonged labor, and postpartum complications [ 41 ]. Another Chinese study also reported a positive association between FOC and prior experience of miscarriage [ 42 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Social factors involve poor family support, economic problems, and the absence of a spouse. The psychological factors relate to the fear of motherhood, lack of confidence in giving birth, and previous negative experiences ( Mohamamdirizi et al, 2018 ; Imakawa et al, 2022 ). Other contributing factors include childbirth subjective experiences such as the history of dystocia, instrumental delivery, perineal tears, abuse during a previous birth, uncomfortable delivery room, and many other memories that may significantly impact FOC ( Dencker et al, 2019 ).…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%