Category: Midwifery

Midwifery: An exploration of women’s decision-making processes around accepting or declining vaccinations in pregnancy: A qualitative descriptive study

Article Link Abstract Objective To explore women’s perceptions and experiences of accepting or declining vaccinations in pregnancy, and to identify factors that influence vaccination uptake. Design A qualitative descriptive interview-based…

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Midwifery: Impact of the Baby Friendly Community Initiative on Breastfeeding outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Article Link Abstract Objective To examine the impact of the Baby Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) on breastfeeding outcomes worldwide, specifically the duration of any and exclusive breastfeeding, compared to standard…

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Midwifery: Healthcare professionals’ perceptions of risk management on pregnancy and childbirth: An integrative review

Article Link Abstract Background Risk management in maternity care aims to reduce incidents and harm to women and babies, contributing to quality care. However, there is growing concern that risk…

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Midwifery: An integrative review of healthcare professionals’ experiences in caring for women who have experienced psychological birth trauma or birth related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Article Link Abstract Background A significant proportion of women worldwide experience childbirth as a traumatic event, which may result in enduring consequences for themselves, their partners and their children. Healthcare…

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Midwifery: Birth outcomes for women planning Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC) in midwifery led settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39243594 Abstract Problem: There is a limited knowledge base available to midwives, obstetricians and women planning vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC), impeding their ability to make informed choices regarding planned place…

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