Article
Introduction: The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services:.
Journal of Perinatal Education
(2007)
Abstract
The history of the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services as part of a global effort to promote normal birth is described. The principles underlying the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative are presented, the Ten Steps of Mother-Friendly Care are identified, and the evidence basis for the Ten Steps is introduced.
Keywords
- The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services,
- Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative,
- Ten Steps of Mother-Friendly Care,
- normal birth
Disciplines
Publication Date
Winter 2007
DOI
10.1624/105812407X173119
Citation Information
Judith A. Lothian. "Introduction: The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services:." Journal of Perinatal Education Vol. 16 Iss. (Suppl 1) (2007) p. 1S - 4S ISSN: 1548-8519 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/judith-lothian/46/