Consultations between midwives and couples affected by infertility using the Creighton Model as a diagnostic tool for health monitoring: a case report
Consultations between midwives and couples affected by infertility using the Creighton Model as a diagnostic tool for health monitoring: a case report

Summary/Abstract: Background: The Creighton Model is a standardized method of observation based on a couple’s knowledge and understanding of the natural processes of the times of fertility and infertility, as well as health indicators. The affliction of infertility is a significant problem and a challenge for modern medicine. There is a need for targeted activities that could provide education in the field of prophylaxis and teach patients how to make procreative decisions. These activities could be undertaken by midwives.Aim of the study: To introduce the Creighton Model as a tool for monitoring a woman’s health and fertility during meetings between infertile couples and midwives, who play a crucial role in emotionally and educationally supporting women and their partners and creating safe conditions for couples during obstetric consultations.Case report: The patient was a 41-year-old woman who was being treated for infertility for eight years. She has numerous diseases, has undergone several gynecological procedures and operations, and is under constant specialist medical care. Due to a desire to get pregnant, she and her husband follow the recommended treatment, have regular intercourse, and remain in an exclusive relationship.Conclusions: Use of the Creighton Model can detect abnormalities in the functioning of the body and then treat them. The process of infertility treatment using NaProTechnology includes methods recommended by PTMRiE and SPiN PTGP. Many factors affect the health and fertility of women and couples. Attention should be paid to applying a holistic approach to the patient. The role and presence of the midwife in diagnosis and treatment throughout the infertility process is currently insufficient, and there is room for change. Emotional and educational support, as well as building a sense of security during consultations with a midwife, are of key importance these days.

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