Humanisation in pregnancy and birth has long been associated with women who have 'healthy' pregnancies and 'low-risk' births. Curtin et al (2019) identify how humanisation encompasses all women, regardless of their care pathway, and that women who are able to identify their rights when accessing care will be better equipped to ensure their care planning is individualised. Cook 6c Loomis (2012) suggest women rely on the expertise of trusted care providers, such as midwives and obstetricians, for them to make birth-related decisions during the planning phase. They recommend that all members of the woman's birthing team need to support women in making informed choices and negotiating decisions during the birth process.
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