Qualitative study reveals midwives employ various methods for breech-to-cephalic conversion, suggesting improved maternal and neonatal health outcomes.
Key Points
Midwives reported positive outcomes from methods used to convert breech presentation, enhancing maternal satisfaction and birth experiences.
Thematic analysis highlighted the use of external versions and mental practices during interventions to convert breech fetuses.
Concerns and barriers exist in midwifery practices, but the benefits for successful vaginal birth are significant, indicating a need for better support.
This qualitative study explores how midwives feel about their methods, emphasizing the need to strengthen their evidence base for practice.