Article Link Abstract Introduction Waterbirth is a pain relief option and a comfort measure not widely available in US hospitals. This study presents a secondary analysis of a randomized control…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Births in freestanding birth centers have grown over the past decade, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether the safety profile of birth center births has remained…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Mental health, at the opposite end of the spectrum from mental illness, is an important yet understudied aspect of maternal well-being. We sought to characterize aspects…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) are a leading cause of preventable maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States. Because blood pressure (BP) often peaks after…
Article Link Abstract The number of individuals choosing to give birth at home has increased significantly in the United States over the past decade. It is essential to gain a…
Read More from JMWH: Clinical Bulletin – Midwifery Provision of Home Birth Services
Article Link Abstract During labor and birth, inadvertent negative suggestions from care givers and support people are common and may lead to negative experiences known as nocebo effects. Counteracting nocebo…
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Article Link Abstract Introduction Clinical education is a cornerstone of midwifery training. Although international studies highlight the importance of preceptor support, predictability, and a positive learning environment, little is known…
Article Link Abstract Introduction In the aftermath of perinatal loss, the physiologic onset of lactation presents a complex array of emotional responses for women, including grief and despair. Effective lactation…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Despite documented benefits of doula support for patients and newborns, access remains limited. This evaluation examined patient and neonatal outcomes associated with a hospital-based, shift model…
Article Link Abstract Introduction When compared with hospitals, evidence has shown that freestanding birth centers are a high-value but underused birth setting offering midwifery care for individuals with low-risk pregnancies….
Article Link Abstract Background Unintentional overdose is the leading cause of pregnancy-associated death in Maryland and is preventable. Stigma contributes to birthing peoples’ disengagement with the health care system, and…
Article Link Abstract As access to doula services expands through state Medicaid coverage and specific initiatives aimed at improving maternal health equity, there is a need to build and improve…
Article Link Abstract Background Baby-Friendly Hospitals (BFH) in the United States (U.S.) are associated with higher breastfeeding initiation rates. Breastfeeding is associated with a myriad of favorable health outcomes for…
Article Link Abstract Today nearly 9 out of 10 certified nurse-midwives/certified midwives (CNMs/CMs) attend births in hospitals. As the demand for hospital midwifery care has increased over the last quarter…