Labor and Delivery: Enhancing the Birth Experience

Please join us in a discussion on how to improve labor and birthing care in the US. We want to know your thoughts on where labor should happen, how labor should be supported, and who should be available to support it. We want to know what you think needs to change about birth and how we can save lives and reduce trauma as a result. We want to know from your personal and professional experience what needs to change now.

1. What are some common challenges that pregnant patients face during labor and delivery, and how can we address them?

2. What are challenges providers face?

3. How can we empower pregnant patients to be active participants in their birth experience?

• How do staff feel about patients’ involvement in their care?

4. What are some innovative approaches to promoting safe and positive birth experiences?