Mothers’ experiences of mistreatment during childbirth – A qualitative analysis of patient insurance claims in Finland

Key Points

• Mistreatment during childbirth is a crucial quality-of-care issue that needs addressing for better maternal experiences.
• Systemic educational and organizational efforts are necessary to promote respectful and safe childbirth environments.
• Analysis of patient insurance claims reveals significant insights into maternal mistreatment during childbirth in Finland.
• This analysis highlights the importance of addressing mistreatment to improve overall quality of care for mothers.

Abstract