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What influences rural women's choices in maternity care: A qualitative exploratory study

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Abstract Rural women are likely to experience difficulties accessing maternity care that is readily available in metropolitan areas. This limited access can impede women's ability to make informed choices that enhance safety and minimize harm. This study explored the experiences of women who had given birth in a rural environment and the factors that influenced their choices regarding their maternity care. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 10 women for this qualitative, exploratory study. These women had birthed within rural areas of Victoria, Australia, between May 2016 and May 2017. Thematic analysis was undertaken. Three main themes emerged: (i) being influenced by previous childbirth experiences, (ii) feeling safe and supported with their maternity care provider, and (iii) being supported in their birthing choices. The availability of maternity care providers and travel time to facilities limited the choices of rural women. This study provided valuable insights into what was behind the decisions of rural women's choices regarding their maternity care. To assist with making informed decisions regarding their maternity care, all available models of maternity care should be presented to rural women.

maternity carequalitative studyrural womenwomenwomen's choices

Kristie Russell、Elizabeth Manias、Patricia Nicholson

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School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health,Deakin University

Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health

Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research,School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health

2021

10.1111/nhs.12867

Nursing & health sciences.

Nursing & health sciences.

ISSN：1441-0745
年,卷(期)：2021.23(4)
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