BMC Pregnancy Childbirth January 2020 PMID 31931780

Why do women assume a supine position when giving birth? The perceptions and experiences of postnatal mothers and nurse-midwives in Tanzania.

Lilian Teddy Mselle, Lucia Eustace

Mentions

14
Peak: 2 in Jan 2020
across 4 sources since Jan 2020

Extended reach

69,882
potential audience

Total likes

2,044

Video views

58,811

Mentions per month

Jan 2020 – Nov 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • Facebook3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The group demonstrates a mix of skepticism and advocacy, with users referencing studies supporting upright positions and criticizing the dominance of supine practices, influenced by tone and intent to challenge traditional care methods.

AgreementLow agreement

Most comments challenge the practice, emphasizing health risks of supine positions and favoring upright options, hence few agree with current practices.

InterestNeutral interest

While some discussions show curiosity about the article's findings, others dismiss or question the relevance, leading to low overall interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is active engagement, with users referencing studies, debating health benefits, and critiquing midwifery practices, indicating moderate deep involvement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions highlight significant concerns about childbirth practices and the importance of awareness, but rapid dismissals limit the perceived high impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Women in Tanzania typically assume a supine position during childbirth because midwives instruct and prefer this method, despite traditional practices where women used upright positions like sitting or squatting.
  • The study found that women often follow the supine position because they trust midwives' expertise and have limited alternatives, while midwives favor it for ease of monitoring and assisting with delivery.
  • Four key themes emerged: women adopt the supine position because of instructions, their experiences with alternative positions, the control midwives have over birthing positions, and the widespread belief that the supine position is the best for childbirth.]

Top posts

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Joz
@Jozhasnodegree · X

@JORDlGE @andreavxnessa @oreknight2 @elusivefemme don't know if I want to rely on an article from a site dedicated to funny science facts over various online studies I just found saying midwives found it the easiest position to monitor. https://t.co/OrGZj4MIBh

Mar 21, 2023 · 6 likes · 27 followers View post →
Gill Moncrieff
@GillMoncrieff · X

Why do women assume a supine position when giving birth? The perceptions and experiences of postnatal mothers and nurse-midwives in Tanzania https://t.co/u7U8f89PAK

Jan 20, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,704 followers View post →
Sarah Markall
@TheActualSarah · X

@Bullseyetw7 @fascinatorfun https://t.co/cxY1wn5Vz1 https://t.co/jTradqbgFK

May 18, 2022 · 1 like · 360 followers View post →
natalie
@aftonmoment · X

@igotyabitfh @keymuseum95 @if1ghtbabys @F41RYTA1L incorrect. countless studies have proven that assuming an upright/squatting position is significantly healthier for both the mother and baby, while lying on your back carries many risks https://t.co/pC0x7O16BA don’t pretend like you know what you’re talking about lmfao https://t.co/yjnWgpFFZ9

May 9, 2023 · 1 like · 101 followers View post →
Biomechanics for Birth
@MollytheMidwife · X

@sue_haddon @CTGoodBirth Despite midwives knowing the benefits of mobility in labour the majority of births take place on a bed and in a supine position. Sadly, this is encouraged the care providers. https://t.co/igjpFgzB8X

Jul 8, 2020 · 4,210 followers View post →
Dr Diane Menage
@Dianethemidwife · X

RT @GillMoncrieff: Why do women assume a supine position when giving birth? The perceptions and experiences of postnatal mothers and nurse-…

Jan 20, 2020 · 1 share · 3,596 followers View post →

All mentions

natalie
@aftonmoment · X

@igotyabitfh @keymuseum95 @if1ghtbabys @F41RYTA1L incorrect. countless studies have proven that assuming an upright/squatting position is significantly healthier for both the mother and baby, while lying on your back carries many risks https://t.co/pC0x7O16BA don’t pretend like you know what you’re talking about lmfao https://t.co/yjnWgpFFZ9

May 9, 2023 · 1 like · 101 followers View post →
Joz
@Jozhasnodegree · X

@JORDlGE @andreavxnessa @oreknight2 @elusivefemme don't know if I want to rely on an article from a site dedicated to funny science facts over various online studies I just found saying midwives found it the easiest position to monitor. https://t.co/OrGZj4MIBh

Mar 21, 2023 · 6 likes · 27 followers View post →
Sarah Markall
@TheActualSarah · X

@Bullseyetw7 @fascinatorfun https://t.co/cxY1wn5Vz1 https://t.co/jTradqbgFK

May 18, 2022 · 1 like · 360 followers View post →
the fabrication of history let's lift the veil up
@opentheveil81 · X

https://t.co/9HDC7IuBVY. https://t.co/LKCtaBpPat

Mar 13, 2022 · 70 followers View post →
Biomechanics for Birth
@MollytheMidwife · X

@sue_haddon @CTGoodBirth Despite midwives knowing the benefits of mobility in labour the majority of births take place on a bed and in a supine position. Sadly, this is encouraged the care providers. https://t.co/igjpFgzB8X

Jul 8, 2020 · 4,210 followers View post →
Dr Diane Menage
@Dianethemidwife · X

RT @GillMoncrieff: Why do women assume a supine position when giving birth? The perceptions and experiences of postnatal mothers and nurse-…

Jan 20, 2020 · 1 share · 3,596 followers View post →
Gill Moncrieff
@GillMoncrieff · X

Why do women assume a supine position when giving birth? The perceptions and experiences of postnatal mothers and nurse-midwives in Tanzania https://t.co/u7U8f89PAK

Jan 20, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,704 followers View post →