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Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

Maternity Services Survey, 2010

Variable Details

VariableC8
LabelWhat position were you in when your baby was born?
Responses
1 Sitting / sitting supported by pillows 3426
2 On my side 870
3 Standing, squatting or kneeling 2508
4 Lying / lying supported by pillows 5998
5 Lying with legs in stirrups 5651
6 Other 492
999 Missing responses 196
Sysmiss 30995
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationMaternity Services Survey, 2010
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