Women’s experience of transfer from freestanding midwifery-led units to obstetric units during childbirth in Norway: A qualitative study

Effective and sensitive communication, safe transport, and competent and compassionate midwives with necessary equipment is essential for a positive transfer experience.

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Midwifery
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2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2026.104726
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Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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Women’s experience of transfer from freestanding midwifery-led units to obstetric units during childbirth in Norway: A qualitative study

Hilde Tinderholt Myrhaug, Heidi Strand Nørstebø, Tine Schauer Eri, Kjersti Sletten Bakken
Midwifery
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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Women’s experience of transfer from freestanding midwifery-led units to obstetric units during childbirth in Norway: A qualitative study

Hilde Tinderholt Myrhaug, Heidi Strand Nørstebø, Tine Schauer Eri, Kjersti Sletten Bakken
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Abstract

Effective and sensitive communication, safe transport, and competent and compassionate midwives with necessary equipment is essential for a positive transfer experience.

MidwiferyVol. 155
OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University (NO), Innlandet Hospital Trust (NO), Inland Hospital (NO), Universidad Metropolitana (PR)
Gender equality
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Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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