Halperin Ofra
J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2021 May;50(3):300-306. doi: 10.1016/j.jogn.2021.01.002. Epub 2021 Feb 3.
To gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of women who gave birth at the Kiboga District Hospital in Uganda through analysis of their childbirth stories.
Qualitative interpretive description.
The maternity ward of the Kiboga District Hospital in Uganda.
Twenty women, ages 19 to 43 years, within 24 hours of childbirth.
I conducted in-depth interviews with the help of a local professional translator to capture the unique experiences of the participants regarding their birth experiences, perceptions, and personal feelings.
Qualitative interpretive and descriptive analysis revealed two main themes that each consisted of a number of subthemes: Cultural Norms of Childbirth (Women's Status, Submissiveness, and Silence/Acceptance) and the Childbirth Process and Its Impact (Loss, Coping and Overcoming Difficulties, and Physical Well-Being).
Women need to feel supported and valued to deal with their childbirth experiences. Incorporating the professional support of experienced midwives in an enabling environment and providing access to a sufficiently equipped health care facility may improve the mental and physical state of women who give birth in Uganda and help them return to optimal functioning.
通过分析乌干达基博加区医院分娩妇女的分娩故事，更深入地了解她们的经历。
定性解释性描述。
乌干达基博加区医院的产科病房。
20名年龄在19至43岁之间、分娩后24小时内的妇女。
我在当地专业翻译的帮助下进行了深入访谈，以了解参与者在分娩经历、认知和个人感受方面的独特经历。
定性解释性和描述性分析揭示了两个主要主题，每个主题都由若干子主题组成：分娩的文化规范（妇女地位、顺从性以及沉默/接受）和分娩过程及其影响（损失、应对与克服困难以及身体健康）。
妇女在应对分娩经历时需要感到被支持和重视。在有利环境中纳入经验丰富的助产士的专业支持，并提供配备充分的医疗保健设施，可能会改善乌干达分娩妇女的心理和身体状态，并帮助她们恢复到最佳功能状态。
