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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 for “"waterbirth"”.
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Labour and birth in water: women’s narratives
Waterbirth is currently a marginalised practice within midwifery in the United Kingdom (UK). This research explored women’s stories of labour and birth in water and how these were constructed to reflect transitions to motherhood and changes in identity. This study sought to answer the question: …
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Intrapartum birthing pool use in the UK
… concerns that birthing pool use, particularly waterbirth, predisposes women and their newborn to an increased risk of adverse events and outcomes The focus of my programme of research was therefore on examining the efficacy and safety of intrapartum birthing pool use, and its potential …
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Seeking safe harbour: Water immersion for women with complex pregnancy
BACKGROUND Water immersion is used by women, particularly within midwifery-led settings, as a strategy to manage the sensations of labour. Low-risk women who have used water immersion in labour express feelings of increased relaxation, support and control in their labour and birth experience. Being …