Support in the first stage of labour from a female relative: the first step in improving the quality of maternity services

Effect of continuous support during labor on duration of labor and rate of cesarean delivery

“…In countries with limited resources, support during the first stage of labor by a female relative has been considered a first step in improving the quality of maternity services [1]. This study found that the number of cesarean deliveries and the necessity for sedation during labor was lower in the supported group, and patient satisfaction was higher [1].…”

“…The labor and delivery experience is one of the most significant events in a woman's life, and can have strong physical, emotional, and psychological effects [1]. Reducing the negative elements associated with labor and increasing the positive aspects are important considerations.…”

Transition to parenthood during the transition to modernity in Jordan: New parents' views on family and healthcare support systems

“…Literature from various nations suggests social support as an essential component for strengthening positive outcomes to families experiencing transitional life events, such as childbearing and child rearing (Habel, Feeley, Hayton, Bell, & Zelkowitz, 2015;Hamelin-Brabant et al, 2015;Mbekenga et al, 2010;Mbekenga et al, 2011;McLeish & Redshaw, 2015). The case is not very different in Jordan, with maternal health studies and policies often assuming family support to be of benefit to women during labour, birth and postpartum (Khresheh, 2009(Khresheh, , 2010Khresheh & Barclay, 2009;Oweis, Gharaibeh, Maaitah, Gharaibeh, & Obeisat, 2012;Shaban, Hatamleh, Khresheh, & Homer, 2011;Yehia, Callister, & Hamdan-Mansour, 2012).…”

“…All Jordanian studies concerned with reproductive health confirm that Jordanian women receive family support when they go home and they were happy with this support (Khresheh, 2009(Khresheh, , 2010Khresheh & Barclay, 2009;Oweis et al, 2012;Shaban et al, 2011;Yehia et al, 2012). However, research on this topic in other Asian countries present a mixed picture.…”

Challenges in implementing continuous support during childbirth in selected public hospitals in the North West Province of South Africa

“…It would be worthwhile if women are encouraged to bring their own companions along when they are in labour. Khresheh (2010) found in her study conducted in Jordan that support by a female relative is a cost-effective and beneficial practice in low-resource countries.…”