ACOG: Association Between Metformin Use in Early Gestational or Type 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy and Preterm Preeclampsia

https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/abstract/9900/association_between_metformin_use_in_early.1144.aspx OBJECTIVE:  To estimate the association between maternal metformin use for the treatment of early gestational or pre-existing type 2 diabetes and preterm preeclampsia. METHODS:  This is a planned secondary…

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ACOG: Association Between Novel Antiphospholipid Antibodies and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/abstract/9900/association_between_novel_antiphospholipid.1154.aspx OBJECTIVE:  To investigate the value of anti-β2 glycoprotein-I domain 1 (aD1) and antiphosphatidylserine–prothrombin antibodies for predicting adverse pregnancy outcomes in an at-risk population and to describe the relationship among…

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JOGNN: Intersecting Substance Use Disorder and Unmet Social Needs in Rural Pregnant Women

https://www.jognn.org/article/S0884-2175(24)00073-X/fulltext?dgcid=raven_jbs_etoc_email Abstract Objective To describe the unique challenges faced by rural pregnant women with intersecting substance use disorder (SUD) and unmet social needs. Design Secondary qualitative data analysis with an…

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JOGNN: Relationships Among Mode of Birth, Onset of Labor, and Bishop Score

https://www.jognn.org/article/S0884-2175(24)00069-8/fulltext?dgcid=raven_jbs_etoc_email Abstract Objective To investigate mode of birth in relation to onset of labor and Bishop score. Design Retrospective observational cohort design. Setting A 434-bed Magnet redesignated community hospital. Participants…

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NWH: Women’s Experiences With a Pregnancy Relapse Prevention Plan to Prevent Mental Health Symptom Relapse

https://www.nwhjournal.org/article/S1751-4851%2824%2900163-6/fulltext Abstract Objective To describe the experiences of women with a mental health diagnosis with making and using a pregnancy relapse prevention plan (PRPP) in an effort to prevent mental…

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AJOG: Postpartum readmission risk: a comparison between stillbirths and live births

https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(24)00089-9/abstract Abstract Background Stillbirth occurs more commonly among pregnant people with comorbid conditions and obstetrical complications. Stillbirth also independently increases maternal morbidity and imparts a psychosocial hazard when compared with…

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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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ACOG: Magnesium Sulfate Before Preterm Birth for Neuroprotection – An Updated Cochrane Systematic Review

https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/fulltext/2024/08000/magnesium_sulfate_before_preterm_birth_for.7.aspx OBJECTIVE:  To systematically review the evidence for the effectiveness and safety of magnesium sulfate as a fetal neuroprotective agent when given to individuals at risk of preterm birth. DATA…

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O&G Open: Experiences of Care, Racism, and Communication of Postpartum Black Women Readmitted After Delivery

O&G Open (lww.com) OBJECTIVE:  To explore the contribution of psychosocial factors, perceived barriers to care, structural racism, and experiences of care to disparities in postpartum outcomes for Black patients, as…

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ACOG: Effects of Antihypertensive Therapy During Pregnancy on Postpartum Blood Pressure Control

Obstetrics & Gynecology (lww.com) OBJECTIVE:  To compare differences in postpartum blood pressure (BP) control (BP below 140/90 mm Hg) for participants with hypertension randomized to receive antihypertensive treatment compared with…

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ACOG: Evaluation of Statewide Program to Reduce Cesarean Deliveries Among Nulliparous Individuals With Singleton Pregnancies at Term Gestation in Vertex Presentation

Obstetrics & Gynecology (lww.com) OBJECTIVE:  To evaluate the effect of statewide efforts to reduce nulliparous, term, singleton, vertex (NTSV) cesarean delivery rates in California. METHODS:  This was a population-based study…

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ACOG: Rising Stillbirth Rates Related to Congenital Syphilis in the United States From 2016 to 2022

Obstetrics & Gynecology (lww.com) OBJECTIVE:  To identify trends in stillbirth rates attributed to congenital syphilis in the United States by describing congenital syphilis–related stillbirths and comparing characteristics of pregnant people…

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AJOG: First trimester risk of preeclampsia and rate of spontaneous birth in patients without preeclampsia

First trimester risk of preeclampsia and rate of spontaneous birth in patients without preeclampsia – American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ajog.org) Abstract Background First-trimester screening for preeclampsia using a…

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AJOG: Comparative Effectiveness of Treating Prenatal Depression with Counseling versus Antidepressants in Relation to Preterm Delivery

Comparative Effectiveness of Treating Prenatal Depression with Counseling versus Antidepressants in Relation to Preterm Delivery – ScienceDirect Abstract Background Maternal depression during pregnancy is prevalent and has been associated with…

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AJOG: Insights from Preventability Assessments Across 42 State and City Maternal Mortality Reviews in the United States

Insights from Preventability Assessments Across 42 State and City Maternal Mortality Reviews in the United States – ScienceDirect Abstract Background The rising trend in maternal mortality over the past three…

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AJOG: Aspirin for evidence-based preeclampsia prevention trial: effects of aspirin on maternal serum pregnancy-associated plasma protein A and placental growth factor trajectories in pregnancy

Aspirin for evidence-based preeclampsia prevention trial: effects of aspirin on maternal serum pregnancy-associated plasma protein A and placental growth factor trajectories in pregnancy – American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology…

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Archives of O&G: Association between pregnancy-related changes in serum creatinine and preeclampsia diagnosis | Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Association between pregnancy-related changes in serum creatinine and preeclampsia diagnosis | Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics (springer.com) Abstract Background Preeclampsia is a leading cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and…

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Birth: Domestic and family violence and associated maternal and perinatal outcomes: A population-based retrospective cohort study

Domestic and family violence and associated maternal and perinatal outcomes: A population‐based retrospective cohort study – Baird – Birth – Wiley Online Library Abstract Background Domestic family violence (DFV) is…

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Birth: The First Baby Study: What women would like to have known about first childbirth. A mixed-methods study

The First Baby Study: What women would like to have known about first childbirth. A mixed‐methods study – Levett – Birth – Wiley Online Library Background Although prenatal care providers…

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ACOG: Congenital Syphilis in Live Births – Adverse Outcomes, Hospital Length of Stay, and Costs

Obstetrics & Gynecology (lww.com) OBJECTIVE:  To examine temporal trends and risk factors for congenital syphilis in newborn hospitalizations and to evaluate the association between adverse outcomes and congenital syphilis and…

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NWH: Improving Knowledge and Competency in Gender-Affirming Patient Care Among New Nurses in Sexual and Reproductive Health Care

Improving Knowledge and Competency in Gender-Affirming Patient Care Among New Nurses in Sexual and Reproductive Health Care – Nursing for Women’s Health (nwhjournal.org) Abstract Objective To improve knowledge and competency in providing…

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JREJD: Addressing Racial Disparities in the Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: A Plan for Action from the Preeclampsia Foundation’s Racial Disparities Task Force

Addressing Racial Disparities in the Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: A Plan for Action from the Preeclampsia Foundation’s Racial Disparities Task Force | Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities (springer.com)…

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