Pediatrics: Standardizing the Evaluation and Management of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in a Level IV NICU
Standardizing the Evaluation and Management of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in a Level IV NICU…
Fewer than 42% of hospitals have submitted their mPINC survey
CDC’s 2022 national survey of Maternity Practices in Infant Nutrition and Care (mPINC) will close on October 17, 2022. Thank you to hospitals that have already submitted their survey! Fewer…
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Pediatrics: Epidemiology of Neonatal COVID-19 in the United States
ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE Data on COVID-19 infections in neonates are limited. We aimed to identify and describe the incidence, presentation, and clinical outcomes of neonatal COVID-19. METHODS Over 1 million neonatal…
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Register now for the CDC’s FREE Health Equity Training: Saving Mothers of Color on Aug 24
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AAP Updates Hyperbilirubinemia Management and Phototherapy Guidelines
Source: Kemper et al., (2022). Clinical Practice Guideline Revision: Management of Hyperbilirubinemia in the Newborn Infant 35 or More Weeks of Gestation. Pediatrics 2022; e2022058859. 10.1542/peds.2022-058859 Click here to view to the…
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988 Suicide and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline
Today, “988” is the three-digit, nationwide phone number to connect directly to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. By calling or texting 988, you’ll connect with mental health professionals with…
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ACOG: A Primer on Monkeypox Virus for Obstetrician–Gynecologists | Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment
ABSTRACT Since May 2022, more than 6,900 cases of monkeypox virus infection have been reported in 52 countries. The World Health Organization is planning to rename the virus and its…
AJOG: Predictive RNA profiles for early and very early spontaneous preterm birth
Background Spontaneous preterm birth remains the main driver of childhood morbidity and mortality. Because of an incomplete understanding of the molecular pathways that result in spontaneous preterm birth, accurate predictive…
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AJOG: Diabetes mellitus, maternal adiposity, and insulin-dependent gestational diabetes are associated with COVID-19 in pregnancy: the INTERCOVID study
Background Among nonpregnant individuals, diabetes mellitus and high body mass index increase the risk of COVID-19 and its severity. Objective This study aimed to determine whether diabetes mellitus and high…
AJOG: Association of umbilical cord blood gas values with mortality and severe neurologic injury in preterm neonates <29 weeks’ gestation: a national cohort study
Background Umbilical cord arterial and venous blood gas values reflect the acid-base balance status of a newborn at birth. Derangement in these values has been linked to poor neonatal outcomes…
American Journal of Reproductive Immunology: Decreased severity of COVID-19 in vaccinated pregnant individuals during predominance of different SARS-CoV-2 variants
Abstract Problem Since the start of the pandemic, Pregnant individuals have been disproportionately affected by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. Vaccination has been shown to be protective against severe…
Birth: Issues in Perinatal Care – Birth during off-hours: Impact of time of birth, staff´s seniority, and unit volume on maternal adverse outcomes—a population-based cross-sectional study of 87,065 deliveries
Abstract Background The aim of this study was to investigate whether time of birth, unit volume, and staff seniority impact the incidence of maternal complications in deliveries ≥34 + 0 gestational weeks….
Birth: Issues in Perinatal Care – Developing a woman-centered, inclusive definition of positive childbirth experiences: A discussion paper
Abstract Introduction A positive childbirth experience promotes women’s health, both during and beyond the perinatal period. Understanding what constitutes a positive childbirth experience is thus critical to providing high-quality maternity…
Birth Defects Research: Risk of birth defects by pregestational type 1 or type 2 diabetes: National Birth Defects Prevention Study, 1997–2011
Abstract Background Previous studies found consistent associations between pregestational diabetes and birth defects. Given the different biological mechanisms for type 1 (PGD1) and type 2 (PGD2) diabetes, we used National…
Hospital Pediatrics: Timing of Circumcision and Breastfeeding Frequency: A Multicenter, Randomized Clinical Trial
OBJECTIVE To date, there is little in the literature that describes any relationship between newborn circumcision, its timing, and breastfeeding outcomes. We sought to determine if the timing of circumcision…
Hospital Pediatrics: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Reasons for 30-Day Hospital Readmission Among Healthy Late Preterm Infants
OBJECTIVE Late preterm infants have an increased risk of morbidity relative to term infants. We sought to determine the rate, temporal trend, risk factors, and reasons for 30-day readmission. METHODS…
JAMA Network: All-Cause Maternal Mortality in the US Before vs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Introduction The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) reported an 18.4% increase in US maternal mortality (ie, death during pregnancy or within 42 days of pregnancy) between 2019 and 2020….
National Vital Statistics System: Changes in Births by Month: United States, 2021
ABSTRACT Objectives—This report presents provisional 2021 data and final 2020 and 2019 data on changes in the number of U.S. births by race and Hispanic origin of mother, month of…
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NIHCM: Infographic – The Uneven Burden of Maternal Mortality in the U.S.
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New PediaLink Course Now Available: Recovery-Friendly Care for Families Affected by Opioid Use Disorder
Description & Learning Objectives There is much at stake when parents in early opiate recovery welcome a new baby into their home. Parents are often strongly motivated to maintain recovery…
PEDIATRICS: Dextrose Gel for Neonates at Risk With Asymptomatic Hypoglycemia: A Randomized Clinical Trial
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Hypoglycemia occurs in 5% to 15% of neonates in the first few days. A significant proportion requires admission for intravenous fluids. Dextrose gel may reduce admissions and…
PEDIATRICS: Emerging Concepts in Congenital Cytomegalovirus
Over a century of research has focused on improving our understanding of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), yet it remains the most common congenital infection in the United States, affecting 3 to…
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PEDIATRICS Policy Statement: Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk
Breastfeeding and human milk are the normative standards for infant feeding and nutrition. The short- and long-term medical and neurodevelopmental advantages of breastfeeding make breastfeeding, or the provision of human…
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American Academy of Pediatrics: Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment
Each year in the United States, ∼3500 infants die of sleep-related infant deaths, including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision [ICD-10] R95), ill-defined deaths (ICD-10…
CMS Announces Key Actions to Reduce Maternal Mortality and Morbidity
CMS proposes a “Birthing-Friendly” designation and announces 11 new states and the District of Columbia looking to extend postpartum Medicaid & CHIP coverage. Today, as part of the Biden-Harris…
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ACOG releases COVID-19 Vaccine PSA and Information
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist (ACOG) just released its first-ever public service announcement (PSA)! Please help spread this important, life-saving message to get vaccinated during pregnancy by sharing: https://www.acog.org/…/COVID-19-Vaccines-Safe-Proven… We know…
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Archives of Women’s Mental Health: Experiences of racism and postpartum depression symptoms, care-seeking, and diagnosis
Abstract Postpartum depression (PPD) is common and disproportionately affects people of color. Experiences of emotional upset due to racism (EUR) may be an important predictor of PPD outcomes. Therefore, we…
AWHONN is offering a Brand New Obstetric and Neonatal Quality and Safety Review Program – Now Available!
The Brand New Obstetric and Neonatal Quality and Safety Review Program Is Now Available Get ready with this new robust online program from AWHONN. Through a series of case studies…
Birth Issues in Perinatal Care: Barriers to labor after cesarean: A survey of United States midwives
Abstract Introduction Despite calls for increased vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), <14% of candidates have VBAC. Requirements for documentation of scar type, and prohibitions on induction or augmentation of labor…
CMQCC “Improving Health Care Response to Obstetric Hemorrhage” webinar is available
A video recording of the webinar and the slideset are both available on their website. They will also be offering another introductory webinar in the near future. Registration information will…
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