Introducing waterbirth in a university hospital setting in Sweden: A qualitative study of midwives’ experiences
Karin Larsson,
Malin Bogren,
Hanna Ulfsdottir
Abstract:INTRODUCTION
Waterbirth is a popular and increasing care option in several countries but is still debated. In Sweden, there are challenges in the process of reintroducing waterbirth after decades of interruption invoked by a dissuasion. The aim of this study was to explore factors affecting midwives’ provision of waterbirth at a university birthing clinic in Sweden.
METHODS
A qualitative research design was used with three focus group interviews with 18 midwives at thre… Show more
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