Women’s experiences of unexpected situations during childbirth: A qualitative study
The study provides new insights into identifying the characteristics of unexpected situations during childbirth. This woman-centred knowledge enables healthcare professionals to recognise these situations and to provide timely support that enhances the childbirth experience.
Authors
- Mervi Hakala (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7903-8682)
- Heli Kerimaa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9597-4147)
- Minna Manninen
- Mariaana Mäki-Asiala
- Tarja Pölkki
- Jaana Loukasmäki
Institutions
- Oulu University Hospital (FI)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Midwifery
- Published
- 2026-01-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2026.104703
- Primary Topic
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00