ArticleBirth (Berkeley, Calif.)2026
Childbirth Experiences in the United Kingdom Compared to the Netherlands: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study.
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introductionThis study was performed to compare childbirth experiences in the United Kingdom (UK) and the Netherlands (NL) and identify determinants of positive childbirth experiences in both countries.
methodsWomen who gave birth in the UK (n = 1303) or the NL (n = 900) between January 2017 and December 2020 who filled in the cross-sectional Babies Born Better survey were included in this study. Fully adjusted logistic regression models were used to assess differences in the odds of a positive childbirth experience between the two countries. Hierarchical logistic regression analyses were performed to identify determinants of a positive childbirth experience, including socio-demographic factors, pregnancy and childbirth outcomes, and care-related determinants.
resultsRespondents giving birth in the UK had decreased odds of a positive childbirth experience compared to NL respondents (66% vs. 85%, AOR 0.45, CI 0.35-0.57). Significant determinants for a positive childbirth experience were multiparity, absence of pregnancy complications, a spontaneous vaginal birth, and giving birth at home. UK respondents who had a planned caesarean section had a higher likelihood of reporting a positive childbirth experience when adjusted for confounders. Having a doctor as the primary birth care provider was less likely to be associated with a positive childbirth experience in the UK.
conclusionsMost women in both the NL and the UK reported positive childbirth experiences, but NL respondents were more likely to do so. Determinants of a positive birth experience were mostly factors associated with uncomplicated labor and birth, or linked with fulfilled choices and with being multiparous.
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