In an August 2012 survey,
the large majority of women (85.4%) said they are somewhat to very
satisfied with their care, yet most say they are not getting many of the
services they want. For example, although most women (65%) would like
guidance and information on birth control or family planning options
after a previous birth, 87% of women did not
discuss this with their provider. This lack of conversation can have
serious health implications for women. Although 40.3% do not want an
episiotomy during childbirth, in 2004 nearly 1 in 4 women underwent this
procedure.
Click here to download a PDF containing more highlights from the 2012 survey.
