Category: Midwifery

Midwifery: The role of obstetric events and care-related factors in perceived threat and childbirth-related PTSD symptoms

Article Link Abstract Background Childbirth is a complex event where the quality of care may profoundly be linked to women’s experiences and subsequent psychological wellbeing. Adverse childbirth experiences can be…

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Midwifery: Women’s and healthcare professionals’ awareness and knowledge of pregnancy complications and future cardiovascular disease risk: A mixed-methods review

Article Link Abstract Background Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among women globally, yet pregnancy complications as a risk factor are under-recognised. Assessing awareness and knowledge…

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Midwifery: Methods used by health care professionals to quantify blood loss during vaginal birth: a scoping review

Article Link Abstract Problem Blood loss during vaginal birth is commonly assessed using estimated blood loss and quantified blood loss; however, estimated blood loss is frequently criticized for inaccuracy. Background…

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Midwifery: The role of obstetric events and care-related factors in perceived threat and childbirth-related PTSD symptoms

Article Link Abstract Background Childbirth is a complex event where the quality of care may profoundly be linked to women’s experiences and subsequent psychological wellbeing. Adverse childbirth experiences can be…

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Midwifery: Factors associated with maternal birth-related posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) in Brazil: The birth in Brazil national research study

Article Link Abstract Introduction A traumatic childbirth can lead some women to develop birth-related posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), an emotional stress response associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study…

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Midwifery: The association of the self-reported experience of the 10 steps to successful breastfeeding and sociodemographic characteristics with breastfeeding self-efficacy

Article Link Abstract Background The effect of Breastfeeding Self-efficacy (BFSE) and the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative’s (BFHI) 10 Steps on breastfeeding initiation, continuation and exclusivity, is well established. However, direct evidence…

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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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