Article Link Abstract Background Shoulder dystocia is associated with neonatal morbidity. Higher maternal prepregnancy body mass index is an established risk factor for shoulder dystocia, yet the relationship between maternal…
Article Link Abstract Objective To examine the effect of experiencing a TeamBirth huddle during labor on patient trust and autonomy in decision-making during childbirth in Oklahoma. Design A cross-sectional survey…
Article Link Abstract Importance While rising maternal morbidity and mortality have been well documented in the US, national data on general maternal physical and mental health beyond the perinatal period are…
Read More from JAMA: Trends and Disparities in Maternal Self-Reported Mental and Physical Health
Article Link Abstract INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study is to increase the prescription of low-dose aspirin (LDA) for prevention of preeclampsia. Low use rates, less than 25–50% of eligible…
Article Link Abstract INTRODUCTION: Personal care products (PCPs) contain phthalates, a class of endocrine-disrupting chemicals that have been linked to an increased risk of preterm birth. Few studies have evaluated…
Article Link Introduction Journal articles, newspaper headlines, editorials, and thought pieces have been published about the Black maternal health crisis in the United States. The statement “Black women are three…
Article Link The perinatal nurse leader (PNL) is an expert nurse clinician who is accountable for patient care outcomes by designing, implementing, and evaluating processes based on evidence-based practice (EBP)….
Read More from JOGNN: Perinatal Nurse Leader: Clinical Competencies and Education Guide
Article Link Abstract Objective To evaluate a newly implemented universal screening process for substance use on a labor and delivery (L&D) unit. Design Focused program evaluation using the Centers for…
Article Link Abstract Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is associated with significant maternal morbidity, but inconsistent outcome reporting across studies hampers meaningful comparisons of management approaches. This statement proposes standardized criteria…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a significant global health issue. Pregnant women with SCD are at high risk of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Among…
Article Link Abstract The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) strongly supports state maternal mortality review committees as a mechanism for comprehensive identification, review, and analysis of deaths during and within…
Article Link Abstract Background Mild hypothyroidism, including subclinical hypothyroidism and isolated maternal hypothyroxinemia, is fairly common in pregnant women, but its impact on pregnancy outcomes is less clear, especially mild…
Article Link Abstract Background The Chronic Hypertension and Pregnancy Study demonstrated that a target blood pressure of <140/90 mm Hg during pregnancy is associated with improved perinatal outcomes. Outside of pregnancy,…
Article Link Abstract Background Bariatric surgery is internationally performed as a treatment option in obesity to achieve significant and sustained weight loss. There is an increasing number of women having…
Read More from AJOG: Pregnancy and offspring outcomes after prepregnancy bariatric surgery
Article Link Abstract Background The prevalence and risk factors of postpartum depression after cesarean delivery remain unclear. Objective To assess the prevalence of postpartum depression and its risk factors 2 months…
Article Link Abstract Background Postpartum hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide. Quantitative blood loss assessment during cesarean delivery is a more accurate measure of blood loss than…
Read More from AJOG: The impact of indication for cesarean on blood loss
Article Link Abstract Objective To compare maternal and surgical outcomes between patients with placenta accreta spectrum who underwent conservative management and those who underwent cesarean hysterectomy. Data sources We performed…
Article Link Abstract Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a life-threatening complication occurring during pregnancy, labor, or birth and is characterized by sudden cardio-respiratory collapse and disseminated intravascular coagulopathy. Amniotic fluid…
Read More from MCN: Effective Communication During and After an Amniotic Fluid Embolism
Article Link Abstract Background Maternal depression during pregnancy is prevalent and has been associated with increased risk of preterm delivery. However, comparative effectiveness of 2 commonly used treatment options, mental…
Article Link ABSTRACT Background and Objectives: Historically, care for newborns with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) focused on pharmacotherapy provided in a neonatal intensive care setting. The understanding of optimal care…
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…
Article Link Abstract Background The ophthalmic artery, which is the first branch of the internal carotid artery, has a Doppler velocity waveform with 2 systolic peaks. The ratio of the…
Article Link Abstract Preeclampsia, one of the great obstetrical syndromes, manifests through diverse maternal and fetal complications and remains a leading contributor to adverse perinatal outcomes. In this review, we…
Article Link Abstract Objective Understanding the rates and timing of postpartum complications can facilitate timely screening and management to reduce preventable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was…
Article Link Abstract Importance Accurately measuring maternal mortality trends has been challenging due to changes in data collection. This work disambiguates trends from the effects of introducing the pregnancy checkbox on…
Read More from JAMA: Trends in Maternal, Fetal, and Infant Mortality in the US, 2000-2023
Article Link CONTEXT Hypothermia after very preterm birth, typically defined as a temperature less than 36 °C, is variably linked to neonatal mortality and morbidities. OBJECTIVE To examine the association…
Read More from AAP: Hypothermia and Adverse Outcomes in Very Preterm Infants: A Systematic Review
Article Link Background CP is the most common childhood-onset physical disability3 and the most common lifelong neurologic disability.4 Primary care pediatricians are called to create medical homes for people with CP, including…
Read More from AAP: The Need to Standardize the Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy
Article Link Introduction A 35 3/7-week 2.7 kg infant was born by vaginal delivery after premature rupture of membranes and preterm labor. Pregnancy was complicated only by short cervix with one…
Read More from AAP: Let Me Stay With Mom! – Safely Doing Less for 35-Week Infants
Article Link Background Despite extensive research in basic science and in clinical settings with thousands of infants over decades, uncertainty and controversy persist regarding the significance, assessment, and management of…
Read More from AAP: Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Preterm Infants
Article Link OBJECTIVE: To describe the association between syphilis treatment status and adverse pregnancy and neonatal outcomes among pregnancies complicated by syphilis. METHODS: Six jurisdictions that participated in SET-NET (Surveillance…