Taking the reins: A grounded theory study of women's experiences of negotiating water immersion for labour and birth after a previous caesarean section

Women seeking a vaginal birth after a caesarean section (VBAC) frequently want to keep their subsequent labour and birth free from intervention. Water immersion (WI) during labour is potentially an effective tool for women having a VBAC for its natural pain-relieving properties. However, negotiating access to WI can be difficult, especially in the context of VBAC.

Source: Women and Birth - August 1, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: B. Townsend, J. Fenwick, R. McInnes, M. Sidebotham Tags: Original research Source Type: research