From: Preferences for birth center care in the Netherlands: an exploration of ethnic differences
Aspect | Item | Cronbach’s alfa |
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Practical information | I want to receive practical information about getting pregnant in a healthy way | 0.770 |
I want to receive general information about the pregnancy | ||
I want to receive practical information about childbirth | ||
There must be a possibility to register my birth wishes | ||
Information about what to expect during and after birth is very important | ||
Comprehensive care | The continuous assistance of a midwife from the moment of contractions is very important | 0.802 |
The continuous presence of midwives and obstetricians during labor and birth makes me feel comfortable | ||
During labor and birth, it is reassuring that the hospital is nearby | ||
It is important that I can stay a few days in the hospital or birth center during the postpartum period | ||
The continuous presence of midwives and obstetricians during the postpartum period make me feel comfortable | ||
In an emergency case, during the postpartum period, it is reassuring to have the hospital nearby | ||
Accommodation | A home-like atmosphere is important | 0.708 |
There must be colors on the walls | ||
The presence of a waiting room is important | ||
Flowers or plants should be present in the center | ||
I want the possibility to invite my family for maternity visits | ||
It is important that my partner can sleep in the same room before and during my labor |