Childbirth Education Classes, Spousal Support, Birth Memory, Choice of the Birth Method, and Birth Satisfaction

The Effect of Childbirth Preparation Classes on Spousal Support, Birth Preference, Birth Memory, and Birth Satisfaction

The research questions of this study are listed below.

1. Is the mean spouse support score of pregnant women who attend childbirth preparation education with their spouses higher than that of women in the group with unique participation in childbirth preparation education and the control group who were left to usual care?
2. Is the mean birth satisfaction scale score of pregnant women who attend childbirth preparation education with their spouses higher than that of women in the group with unique participation in childbirth preparation education and the control group who were left to usual care?
3. Is the mean birth memory and recall scale score of pregnant women who attend childbirth preparation education with their spouses higher than that of women in the group with unique participation in childbirth preparation education and the control group who were left to usual care?
4. Are the birth preferences of pregnant women who attend childbirth preparation education with their spouses significantly different from those of women in the group with unique participation in childbirth prep

Pregnancy is a physiological process that can create significant physical, psychological, and emotional stress for women. During this time, they may experience various symptoms and complaints. The outcomes of pregnancy can be unpredictable, which is why it's crucial for pregnant women to receive ample support from those around them, particularly their spouses. As a result, many women may choose to attend prenatal preparation courses. Ultimately, every woman desires a safe and uncomplicated birth, tailored to her preferences, and with a high level of satisfaction.

The purpose of this randomized controlled experimental study is to determine the effect of childbirth preparation classes on perception of spouse support and birth satisfaction.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being able to speak and write Turkish
• Nulliparous
• Being in 30-32 weeks of pregnancy
• Having a singleton pregnancy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having communication and psychological problems
• Having multiple pregnancies
• Being overweight and obese
• Being divorced or having lost a spouse
• Not attending more than one session of childbirth preparation classes with/without a spouse
• Filling out incomplete forms