Unassisted childbirth
Unassisted Childbirth
Unassisted childbirth (pronunciation: un·as·sist·ed child·birth, /ʌnəˈsɪstɪd ˈtʃaɪldbɜːθ/) refers to the process where a woman gives birth without the assistance of a professional birth attendant such as a midwife or obstetrician.
Etymology
The term "unassisted childbirth" is derived from the English words "unassisted" meaning without help or intervention, and "childbirth" referring to the process of delivering a baby.
Overview
Unassisted childbirth is also known as freebirth, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) birth, or unhindered birth. It is a birth that intentionally avoids medical professionals during the delivery process. The woman may be alone during the birth, or she may be assisted by a lay person, such as her partner, a friend, or a relative.
Unassisted childbirth is often chosen by women who wish to give birth in a familiar environment, with minimal medical intervention. It is important to note that unassisted childbirth carries risks, including the potential for complications that may require emergency medical intervention.
Related Terms
- Home birth: A birth that takes place in a residence rather than in a hospital or a birthing center.
- Natural childbirth: A method of giving birth by letting nature take its course without medical intervention.
- Water birth: A birth process where childbirth occurs in water, often chosen for its perceived pain management benefits.
- Doula: A trained companion who is not a healthcare professional and who supports another individual through a significant health-related experience, such as childbirth.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Unassisted childbirth
- Wikipedia's article - Unassisted childbirth
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