What's new in midwifery - 8th December 2023
Guidance and education resourcesRoyal College of Nursing,Genital examination in women: a resource for skills development and assessment (PDF)NHS England,Maternity and neonatal voices partnership guidance, part of theThree year delivery plan for maternity and neonatal services ResearchLabour and childbirthBarriers and facilitators of implementing the practice programme for upright positions in the second stage of labour: A mixed ‐method study Research undertaken in Chinese healthcare settings. Subscription or library access may be needed to see the full text.Impact of discontinuing o...
Source: Browsing - December 8, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: midwifery Source Type: blogs
Understanding nipple discomfort in breastfeeding [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join Cindy Rubin, a pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist, as she discusses the common challenges of nipple discomfort during breastfeeding and the controversial use of all-purpose nipple ointment (APNO). Learn about evidence-based approaches to diagnose and treat lactation issues and the importance of comprehensive
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Understanding nipple discomfort in breastfeeding [PODCAST] originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - August 8, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: The Podcast by KevinMD Tags: Podcast OB/GYN Source Type: blogs
Revolutionizing postpartum care: Transforming breastfeeding support for families
An open response to “Breast or Bottle: The Illusion of Choice” by Amy Kennedy, MD. We see and hear you and are so sorry you endured these experiences. We are physicians practicing breastfeeding and lactation medicine, and we acknowledge the overwhelming lack of support for families after birth. Many of us have come to this
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Revolutionizing postpartum care: Transforming breastfeeding support for families originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - June 17, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Dr. MILK Tags: Conditions OB/GYN Pediatrics Source Type: blogs
Fixing the system and prioritizing patient care [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we sit down with Cindy Rubin, a pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist. Cindy opens up about the challenges faced by physicians in the current health care system, particularly the constraints of 15-minute appointments and the impact on
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Fixing the system and prioritizing patient care [PODCAST] originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - June 4, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: The Podcast by KevinMD Tags: Podcast Pediatrics Primary Care Source Type: blogs
How To Choose The Best Supplement For Your Blood Pressure Condition?
Conclusion
To sum up, natural supplements have become popular for controlling high blood pressure due to their perceived safety compared to prescription medications, which often cause unpleasant side effects.
Prioritizing your health is essential, and seeking medical advice before taking any supplements is especially crucial, particularly if you struggle with comorbidity, pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
When choosing a blood pressure supplement, consider the ingredients, dosage, brand reputation, and cost.
Remember that supplements are not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet, regular...
Source: The EMT Spot - May 3, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD Tags: Supplements Source Type: blogs
What's new in midwifery - 13th March 2023 - other things
First, aHealthcare Safety Investigation Branch report into assessment of risk during the " maternity pathway ". Then, a Guardian report of NIHR research into reform of the 1967 Abortion Act, which would allow nurses and midwives to approve abortions. The resulting research, called SACHA (Shaping Abortion for Change) is here.Pregnant women advised to dim lights before bed, says a Guardian report, to reduce risk of gestational diabetes. It reports aresearch letter published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology: Maternal-Fetal Medicine (paywall).Last of all, a judge in Australi...
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What's new in midwifery - 23rd February 2023
First, some research that has been picked up by the media:A study of school performance in 12 year olds, looking at performance in children who were born following an induced labour. Thestudy is open access andgot coverage in the Guardian. Then, some things about breastfeeding:Claims made on formula milk are not backed up by evidence,a study in the BMJ finds,discussed in the Guardian and by the BBC.TheGuardian ’s coverage of a new series ofopen access articles in the Lancet.Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, statistics on breastfeeding at 6-8 weeks after birth, quarterl...
Source: Browsing - February 23, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: breastfeeding midwifery Source Type: blogs
Say “ no ” to APNO and say “ yes ” to breastfeeding medicine
It is common to get some nipple discomfort at the start of breastfeeding. Babies and moms are learning how to do this new skill, and sometimes they just don’t get it right, and nipple damage can occur. If caught and adjusted early, this can clear up quickly, but in the meantime, women can have cracks,
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Say “no” to APNO and say “yes” to breastfeeding medicine originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - February 7, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Cindy Rubin, MD Tags: Conditions OB/GYN Pediatrics Source Type: blogs
What's new in midwifery, 25th January 2023, part 1
Some reports you may want to know about, with some news stories about them or about other things.First a report from the National Child Mortality Database, Sudden and unexpected deaths in infancy and childhood.And then a news story on WHO report on effects of poverty in the UK on maternal and neonatal deaths.The Institute of Health Visiting report on the impact of the COVID pandemic on babies, families and their support services (PDF)The CQC maternity survey for 2012, with a BBC report, and a Guardian story (which also discusses a recent MBRRACE report).The Guardian story on rec...
Source: Browsing - January 25, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: midwifery Source Type: blogs
Top 5 Ways to Increase Your Milk Supply
Since we can’t measure breast milk intake the way we can formula, it is easy to be insecure about your milk supply. If you feel your milk supply is low, here are five suggestions on how to increase it:
Take care of yourself. Eat well and drink plenty of fluids. During nursing, try not to diet. You are still establishing your supply and need a minimum of 1800 calories each day while you are lactating. Fun fact: if you eat high quality foods and limit fats and sweets, you will usually lose weight more easily than a mother who is formula feeding.
Nurse frequently. Try to get in a minimum of 8 feedings in 24 hours, and mo...
Source: Cord Blood News - January 3, 2023 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Maze Cord Blood Tags: babies Health Mothers sex and pregnancy sexual health cord blood milksupply Source Type: blogs
Career Conversations: Q & A with Biomolecular Engineer Markita Landry
Dr. Markita Landry. Credit: Vilcek Foundation.
“I have a hard time envisioning a career more exciting than science. It’s really magical to see an experimental result and, for a moment, be the only person in the universe to know something about the world,” says Markita Landry, Ph.D., an associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. In an interview, Dr. Landry shares with us her scientific journey, research with nanoparticles, and interests outside of the lab.
Q: What sparked your interest in science?
A: I was indirectly exposed to science growing up bec...
Source: Biomedical Beat Blog - National Institute of General Medical Sciences - December 14, 2022 Category: Research Authors: Chrissa Chverchko Tags: Being a Scientist Tools and Techniques Cool Tools/Techniques Profiles Source Type: blogs
Corsanum Review: Can This Be The Ultimate Heart Support?
Can supplements like Corsanum prove to be essential in sustaining your blood pressure? Well, there is more to it than you think. Check out our review.
There are a significant number of supplements in the market that are known to assist in helping maintain the blood pressure in an individual.
The said supplements are essentially rich in nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and organic compounds that are known to specifically check high blood pressure and bring it back in the ideal range of blood pressure.
Sometimes, we let slide the fact that our lifestyle and dietary habits affect our blood pressure to a great exten...
Source: The EMT Spot - November 12, 2022 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Kutryk Tags: Blood Pressure Supplements Source Type: blogs
What's new in midwifery - 9th November 2022
Some recent things you may find useful to know about...First, a new Cochrane review looking at support for healthy breastfeeding mothers with healthy term babies. (free to access in the UK).And a plain language summary from NIHR of a trial comparing e-cigarettes with nicotine patches for smoking cessation in pregnancy.Then, two trials. One looking at whether higher parenteral amino acid intake improves outcomes in extremely low birth weight infants. The trial, I think conducted in New Zealand, concluded that a dose of extra parenteral amino acids of 1 g per day for 5 days after birth ...
Source: Browsing - November 9, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: midwifery Source Type: blogs
Treating Hypertension with Diuretics
This article will explore the types, uses and side effects of treating hypertension with diuretics as a supplement to other ways to lower blood pressure.
Quick Summary
Diuretics are prescribed to encourage kidney function and vascular health and regulate blood pressure.
There are several forms of diuretics with possible side effects and interactions with other drugs and supplements.
Doctors often prescribe them to complement medication or a combination for effective hypertension treatment.
Treating Hypertension and More with Diuretics
Diuretics are the most common medication to manage high b...
Source: The EMT Spot - November 8, 2022 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Kutryk Tags: Guides Blood Pressure Source Type: blogs
What's new in midwifery - 2nd November 2022 - research
Infant feedingText message-based breastfeeding support compared with usual care: a randomized controlled trial (librarian intervention or payment needed for access to full text)DeliverySufentanil for spinal analgesia during cesarean section delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trialsMonofilament suture versus braided suture thread to improve pregnancy outcomes after vaginal cervical cerclage (C-STICH): a pragmatic randomised, controlled, phase 3, superiority trialGestational diabetesExercise during pregnancy for preventing gestational diabetes mellitus and hypertensive disorders: An...
Source: Browsing - November 2, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: midwifery Source Type: blogs
