The Safety of Birth in Hospitals and Birth Centers: A Joint Statement by ACOG, SMFM, AAFP, and ACNM
March 30, 2020: SMFM, ACOG, AAFP and ACNM issued a statement on the safety of birth in hospitals and birth centers….
AJOG MFM: COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Early Lessons
This limited initial US experience suggests a need for immediate changes in obstetric clinical practice. Two of seven (28.6%) confirmed COVID-19-positive were asymptomatic upon admission, and these same two soon…
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Now Available – Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine’s Webinar: COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Preparing your Obstetrical Units on 3/19
March 19, 2020: SMFM hosted a live webinar with Drs. Judette Louis, Christina Han, and Kimberly Ma, “COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Preparing your Obstetrical Units.” The recorded version of this webinar is available here: Society for Maternal…
OPQIC COVID-19 Flyer: What should I do if I think I have COVID-19 AND I am pregnant?
We’ve created a document for you to use in educating patients on how to seek help if they think they have COVID-19. The word document is so you can add…
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Joint statement from SMFM and SOAP: Labor and Delivery COVID-19 Considerations
Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (SMFM) and the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) issues a new statement, Labor and Delivery COVID-19 Considerations…
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SMFM Podcast: FAQs from MFMs about COVID-19
SMFM released a podcast featuring Drs. Laura Riley, Brenna Hughes, and Suwan Mehra as they discuss frequently asked questions from MFMs about COVID-19. (Listener Note: Since this episode was recorded,…
SFMF Webinar Recording is now available: COVID-19 and ICU: Respiratory Failure in Pregnancy
The March 25, 2020 webinar recording is available. SFMF Webinar Recording: COVID-19 and ICU: Respiratory Failure in Pregnancy….
JAMA: Neonatal Early-Onset Infection With SARS-CoV-2 in 33 Neonates Born to Mothers With COVID-19 in Wuhan, China
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread rapidly across the world. With the sharp increase in the number of infections, the number of pregnant women and children with COVID-19 is…
Register now for Project ECHO’s COVID-19 webinar series – Ongoing
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, OSU-CHS is launching a new ECHO program to keep healthcare providers updated as the situation changes. This ECHO will be held weekly every Wednesday,…
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AJOG – Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic and Pregnancy
SOURCE: AJOG: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic and Pregnancy ABSTRACT: The current coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pneumonia pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus, is spreading…
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ACOG Green Journal: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Pregnancy – Responding to a Rapidly Evolving Situation
ABSTRACT As the world confronts coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), an illness caused by yet another emerging pathogen (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 [SARS-CoV-2]), obstetric care providers are asking what…
CANCELLATION NOTICE: AWHONN OK Conference April 2-3, 2020 (Tulsa) has been cancelled.
AWHONN OK Section Conference is Cancelled due to COVID-19. More Information to come regarding a new date for later this year. AWHONN OK Conference April 2-3, 2020 (Tulsa) has been…
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PEDIATRICS: Evidence-Based Updates on the First Week of Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Infants ≥35 Weeks
Abstract The nutritional and immunologic properties of human milk, along with clear evidence of dose-dependent optimal health outcomes for both mothers and infants, provide a compelling rationale to support exclusive…
ACOG Green Journal: Risk Calculator to Predict Cesarean Delivery Among Women Undergoing Induction of Labor
ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To develop and validate a predictive risk calculator for cesarean delivery among women undergoing induction of labor. METHODS: We performed a population-based cohort study of all women who…
Newborn Screening Tip of the Month: Time of Collection and Gestational Age
ACOG Practice Bulletin no. 217: Prelabor Rupture of Membranes
Abstract Preterm birth occurs in approximately 10% of all births in the United States and is a major contributor to perinatal morbidity and mortality (1–3). Prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM)…
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ACOG Obstetric Care Consensus No. 10: Management of Stillbirth
Abstract Stillbirth is one of the most common adverse pregnancy outcomes, occurring in 1 in 160 deliveries in the United States. In developed countries, the most prevalent risk factors associated…
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CDC: Interim Considerations for Infection Prevention and Control of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Inpatient Obstetric Healthcare Settings
These infection prevention and control considerations are for healthcare facilities providing obstetric care for pregnant patients with confirmed coronavirus disease (COVID-19) or pregnant persons under investigation (PUI) in inpatient obstetric healthcare…
COVID-19 in Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Inpatient OB Settings
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Pregnancy Interim Considerations for Infection Prevention and Control of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Inpatient Obstetric Healthcare Settings Interim Guidance…
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Pregnancy and Coronavirus
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed that the continuing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in U.S. communities is likely. If you’re pregnant and worried about your and your baby’s…
Postpartum Support International is offering a FrontLine Provider webinar series
The PSI Frontline Provider Webinar is designed for Obstetricians/Gynecologists, Family Practice Physicians, Internists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Midwives, Physician’s Assistants, Lactation Consultants, and other primary care providers. The 2- part CME…
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Recording available for the CDC’s Webinar on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Update—Information for Clinicians Caring for Children and Pregnant Women
Overview During this COCA Call, presenters will focus on current information about COVID-19 as it relates to children and pregnant women. Topics will include infection prevention and control measures in…
ACOG Green Journal: Guidance for Evaluation and Management of Blunt Abdominal Trauma in Pregnancy
ABSTRACT: Blunt abdominal trauma is the leading type of traumatic injury in pregnancy, with motor vehicle crashes, falls, and assault being the most common etiologies. Several adverse outcomes can occur…
CDC Releases Maternal Mortality Data for First Time Since 2007
The CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released three reports that provide significant new insight into maternal mortality measurement in the United States, along with detailed data files…
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ACOG Committee Opinion, Number 797: Prevention of Group B Streptococcal Early-Onset Disease in Newborns
Abstract Group B streptococcus (GBS) is the leading cause of newborn infection. The primary risk factor for neonatal GBS early-onset disease (EOD) is maternal colonization of the genitourinary and gastrointestinal…
Newborn Screening Tip of the Month: Physician ID
AWHONN Practice Brief No 7: Standardized Practices to Address Maternal Venous Thromboembolism
Recommendation All facilities that provide care for women during the preconception period, pregnancy, and the postpartum period should implement standardized tools with which to assess women’s risk for venous thromboembolism…
AWHONN Clinical Practice Guideline: Analgesia and Anesthesia in the Intrapartum Period
Purpose Statement The purpose of this Guideline is to provide evidence-based clinical practice recommendations for nursing assessment and management of women in the intrapartum period choosing various types of analgesia/anesthesia…
New CMQCC Toolkit: Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Maternal Sepsis
CMQCC has released their newest toolkit: Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Maternal Sepsis. Maternal sepsis is a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. Data from the California Pregnancy Associated…
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PEDIATRICS: Techniques to Communicate Better With Parents During End-of-Life Scenarios in Neonatology
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Clinicians are urged to optimize communication with families, generally without empirical practical recommendations. The objective of this study was to identify core behaviors associated with good communication during…