Women's Experience of the Early Phase of Labour in Uganda
Abstract
For most women, labour typically begins during the night. They often report sporadic uterine contractions, and the appearance of a blood-tinged vaginal discharge is usually the first convincing sign that prompts them to consider going to a health facility. However, many women choose to wait until the contractions become more intense before seeking medical care so they can have a shorter stay at the health facility.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global Maternal and Child Health
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
Reproductive Health and Contraception
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Routledge eBooks
- Pages
- 16–17
- Publication date
- 3 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter