Table 1 The items ‘Practical information’, ‘Comprehensive care’, ‘Accommodation’ (created by using principal factor analysis (oblique rotation))

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