Women's experiences of decision-making and informed choice about pregnancy and birth care: a systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative research.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Cassandra YuillNathalie Leister

Abstract

The purpose of this systematic review (PROSPERO Ref: CRD42017053264) was to describe and interpret the qualitative research on parent's decision-making and informed choice about their pregnancy and birth care. Given the growing evidence on the benefits of different models of maternity care and the prominence of informed choice in health policy, the review aimed to shed light on the research to date and what the findings indicate. a systematic search and screening of qualitative research concerning parents' decision-making and informed choice experiences about pregnancy and birth care was conducted using PRISMA guidelines. A meta-synthesis approach was taken for the extraction and analysis of data and generation of the findings. Studies from 1990s onwards were included to reflect an era of policies promoting choice in maternity care in high-income countries. Thirty-seven original studies were included in the review. A multi-dimensional conceptual framework was developed, consisting of three analytical themes ('Uncertainty', 'Bodily autonomy and integrity' and 'Performing good motherhood') and three inter-linking actions ('Information gathering,' 'Aligning with a birth philosophy,' and 'Balancing aspects of a choice'). Despite th...Continue Reading

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