Introduction: Prolonged progress can occur in the first and second stages of labour and may contribute to a negative birth experience. However, previous studies have mainly focused on quantitative aspects or overall birth experience, and little is known about women's experiences of a prolonged passive second stage.
Objective: To describe the lived experiences of a prolonged passive second stage of labour in nulliparous women.
Objective: To investigate the mode of delivery and birth outcomes in relation to the duration of the passive second stage of labour in nulliparous women.
Methods And Findings: A retrospective cohort study of all nulliparous women (n = 1131) at two delivery units in Sweden. Maternal and obstetric data were obtained from electronic medical records during 2019.
Introduction: This study examined the prevalence of and risk factors for a prolonged passive second stage of labor in nulliparous women.
Material And Methods: This was a historical cohort study of all nulliparous women (n = 1131) at two delivery units in Sweden. Maternal and obstetric data were obtained from electronic medical records during 2019.
Objective: The Internet plays a major role for pregnant women in seeking knowledge and for getting in touch with like-minded women. The information is available at all hours and can be accessed anywhere. The information provides the women with a sense of control and confidence but the large amount of information available can also be overwhelming.
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