Benefits of Continuous support for women during childbirth

Here is a link to a Cochrane  review called Continuous support for women during childbirth

This study found that women who have continuous support:

  • Are more likely to have a spontaneous birth(without cesarean, forceps or vacuum). 
  • The duration of their birth is shortened. 
  • Enhances a womans feelings of control and competence. 
  • Were less likely to use pain medications. 
  • Are more likely to be satisfied with their birth experience.


Link to the full PDF: http://childbirthconnection.org/pdfs/continuous_support.pdf