BMC Pregnancy Childbirth June 2020 PMID 32605586

Women's experiences of planning a vaginal birth after caesarean in different models of maternity care in Australia.

Hazel Keedle, Lilian Peters, Virginia Schmied, Elaine Burns, Warren Keedle, Hannah Grace Dahlen

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Peak: 40 in Jul 2020
across 6 sources since Apr 2019

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Total likes

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Video views

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What people are saying

These discussions demonstrate strong agreement and interest in the findings, with posts citing specific example outcomes like increased feelings of control and support during VBAC in models with continuity of care. The tone combines professional enthusiasm and advocacy, emphasizing the practical importance of these research results for improving women's birthing experiences.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings, emphasizing the benefits of continuity of care for women planning a VBAC, especially with midwives.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest by sharing research insights, discussing models of care, and exploring women's experiences, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to research details, personal journeys, and professional endorsements, reflecting moderate but meaningful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight significant implications for maternity care practices, advocating for continuity of care models, which could influence policy and clinical approaches.

Abstract in brief

  • Women planning a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) in Australia generally find that continuity of care (CoC) with a midwife or doctor improves their experiences, increasing feelings of control and support.
  • The study, based on a survey of 490 women across Australia, showed that those who received CoC, especially with a midwife, were more likely to be active in labour, experience water immersion, and choose upright birthing positions.
  • Women who experienced fragmented care reported lower levels of autonomy and respect, and overall, women found having a VBAC less traumatic than previous caesareans, with those in CoC models benefiting most, despite often being excluded from these models due to perceived risks.

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Hannah Dahlen AM
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I am so excited to be sharing with you the amazing publication from my very clever and irrepressible PhD student @HazelKeedle Keedle. This VBAC paper takes research to a new level and looks at women’s experiences in different models https://t.co/1o7Pl277kI

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ICEA
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"Women found having a VBAC less traumatic than their previous caesarean and women planning a VBAC benefited from CoC models, particularly midwifery continuity of care." https://t.co/Fk0qCzUMxQ

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New Zealand College of Midwives
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'A narrative analysis of women's experiences of planning a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) in Australia using critical feminist theory' https://t.co/SdItZ321Ux

Apr 29, 2019 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 1,147 followers View post →
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(2/2) We really enjoyed learning about Hazel’s journey into midwifery, starting as a nurse, travels and never-ending study journey! For more info on her research discussed in this episode, see below:

Dec 10, 2020 · 2 likes · 227 followers View post →
Meinir Clayton-Evans
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A narrative analysis of women's experiences of planning a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) in Australia using critical feminist theory https://t.co/GmIhb2OQGB #bmcpregnancychildbirth

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Birth International
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How does continuity of care impact women planning a VBAC in Australia? This research looked at women's experiences of a VBAC compared by model of care. Women who had continuity of care were more likely to feel in control and be active in their labour. https://t.co/iIhMlZgLIH https://t.co/z2XC256vF3

Jul 20, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 329 followers View post →

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(2/2) We really enjoyed learning about Hazel’s journey into midwifery, starting as a nurse, travels and never-ending study journey! For more info on her research discussed in this episode, see below:

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Birth International
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How does continuity of care impact women planning a VBAC in Australia? This research looked at women's experiences of a VBAC compared by model of care. Women who had continuity of care were more likely to feel in control and be active in their labour. https://t.co/iIhMlZgLIH https://t.co/z2XC256vF3

Jul 20, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 329 followers View post →
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"Women found having a VBAC less traumatic than their previous caesarean and women planning a VBAC benefited from CoC models, particularly midwifery continuity of care." https://t.co/Fk0qCzUMxQ

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Jo Dagustun
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@Proactivesupp Thanks for sharing. It's great that this study report is open access too: https://t.co/h4EfHZLqWG

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Jul 5, 2020 · 105 likes · 39 shares · 14,848 followers View post →
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