Birth as Restorative

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Abstract

A woman’s past history of sexual trauma is inextricably woven into her pregnancy and birth experience. Two cases are presented by a practicing certified nurse midwife to demonstrate trauma-informed care in the childbearing setting. Providing trauma-informed care universally in the women’s healthcare setting is imperative given not all women disclose their history. Empowering survivors may allow for a restorative birth, in which trust of one’s own body can be regained.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalJournal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Volume24
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2018

Disciplines

  • Medicine and Health Sciences
  • Nursing

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