What is known about Indigenous women's dissatisfaction of Birthing experiences in mainstream maternity hospitals in Australia, Aotearoa, Canada, US, Kalaallit Nunaat and Sapmi? A systematic scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Understanding Indigenous women's dissatisfaction with birthing experiences is vital for improving maternal healthcare. It highlights the need for compassionate, respectful care that meets women's physical and emotional needs. Addressing these concerns can enhance patient satisfaction, reduce postpartum mental health issues and wellness, and ensure safer, more positive outcomes for mothers and babies.

Objectives

This scoping review aimed to identify what is known about Indigenous women's dissatisfaction of birthing experiences in mainstream maternity hospitals.

Inclusion criteria

This review considered primary research studies that reported on reasons for dissatisfaction of birthing experiences, and strategies implemented to improve quality of clinical pra

SUBMITTER: Sivertsen N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11970129 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature