1. Women and Family Centered
Respectful care is
Women and Family Centered
Respecting a woman’s rights, choices and dignity
Care that “does no harm”
Care that promotes positive parenting and improves birth outcomes
Care that is culturally sensitive and valued by the woman and her community

2. R rights of each woman E encouraging S sensitivity P professionally competent E expectant – what will this woman need from me today? C compassionate T touch F family centered U understanding L LOVING

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