Experiences of water immersion during childbirth: a qualitative thematic synthesis

ABSTRACT:

Background

The increasing demand for childbirth care based on physiological principles has led official bodies to encourage health centers to provide evidence-based care aimed at promoting women’s participation in informed decision-making and avoiding excessive medical intervention during childbirth. One of the goals is to reduce pain and find alternative measures to epidural anesthesia to enhance women’s autonomy and well-being during childbirth. Currently, water immersion is used as a non-pharmacological method for pain relief. This review aimed to identify and synthesize evidence on women’s and midwives’ experiences, values, and preferences regarding water immersion during childbirth.

Methods

A systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative evidence were condu

SUBMITTER: Reviriego-Rodrigo E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10226235 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature