Childbirth is generally regarded as a positive life-changing experience. Up to 44% of women may however experience this as a traumatic event, with 3% suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after childbirth. The aetiology of a traumatic childbirth experience is a complex interplay between pre-birth, intra-partum and postnatal factors. Feelings of loss of control, lack of interaction with the obstetric caregiver and lack of emotional or practical support during labour are important contributing factors. This trial aims to investigate the effect of providing Visual Biofeedback (VB) through Trans-Perineal Ultrasound (TPU) during the active 2nd stage of labour on maternal childbirth satisfaction. The hypothesis is that the intervention will improve patient-caregiver communication and enhance parturient women's sense of control and empowerment, ultimately improving the birth experience.
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Maternal childbirth satisfaction
Timeframe: From enrollment to two days after delivery
Vaginal birth-induced perineal trauma
Timeframe: Assessment immediately after childbirth (delivery of the baby)