Women's attitudes, prevalence, related factors, and perceived barriers of birth companionship in Saudi Arabia.
Ola MousaBasma Salim SalamehMohammed AlqahtaniMaryshela DavidAishah A AlmefarfeshDuaa Al DuhilanAsmaa Saber GhalyNourah AlsadaanFadia Ahmed Abdelkader ReshiaZainab Mohammad Ahmad AlsandalPublished in: Women's health (London, England) (2024)
The study concludes that birth companionship is highly desired by women in the study area. However, various physical, emotional, and institutional barriers, such as hospital policies and regulations, impede its implementation. Addressing these barriers and promoting supportive policies are essential to facilitate the provision of birth companionship and improve the childbirth experience for women in Al Ahsa.
Keyphrases
- pregnancy outcomes
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- public health
- mental health
- healthcare
- physical activity
- gestational age
- primary care
- pregnant women
- risk factors
- emergency department
- palliative care
- cervical cancer screening
- social support
- metabolic syndrome
- breast cancer risk
- adipose tissue
- skeletal muscle
- quality improvement
- insulin resistance