Digital Storytelling Study
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We want to give women the opportunity to capture their experiences with fear of childbirth in a short digital story to describe its complexity, manifestations and effects.
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Many women want to talk about their experiences of fear of childbirth, but often find few ways to express their feelings. They often try to talk to doctors or midwives, but find that their fears are dismissed as normal.
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Taking part is easy
We invite you to tell your story if you:
are currently pregnant or have given birth and know the feeling of fear of childbirth
are 18 years or older
speak German, English or Spanish
Understanding Fear of Childbirth
Fear of Childbirth
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Every woman experiences pregnancy and birth in her own way, with highs and lows. If the negative feelings predominate, fear of childbirth can arise - a condition that affects the body, mind and behaviour.
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Some women report recurring thoughts that cause stress, nervousness and restlessness. This anxiety can lead to nightmares, fatigue, abdominal pain and difficulty concentrating.
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Studies show that more and more women are struggling with fear of childbirth, with rates ranging between 4.5% and 15.6% in Europe and a global prevalence of around 14%.
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Fear of childbirth can range from mild nervousness to severe tokophobia (extreme fear of childbirth).
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For some women, this fear can be very stressful and affect their daily life.