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Birth, Ahead of Print. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 14, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Risk and protective factors for obstetric anal sphincter injuries: A retrospective nationwide study
ConclusionsEpisiotomy may be a risk or protective factor depending on the type of episiotomy and the clinical setting in which it is used. Our study supports a restrictive use of mediolateral episiotomy in spontaneous vaginal deliveries. In vacuum deliveries mediolateral episiotomy may help prevent obstetric anal sphincter injuries. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 14, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Marie ‐Louise Marschalek, Christof Worda, Lorenz Kuessel, Heinz Koelbl, Willi Oberaigner, Hermann Leitner, Julian Marschalek, Heinrich Husslein Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Depression and anxiety during pregnancy: The influence of maternal characteristics
Birth, EarlyView. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 8, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
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Birth, Ahead of Print. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 8, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Understanding mothers ’ decision‐making needs for autopsy consent after stillbirth: Framework analysis of a large survey
Birth, EarlyView. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Exclusive breastfeeding in hospital predicts longer breastfeeding duration in Canada: Implications for health equity
Birth, EarlyView. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
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Birth, Ahead of Print. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Exclusive breastfeeding in hospital predicts longer breastfeeding duration in Canada: Implications for health equity
We examined the association between maternal education, newborn feeding in hospital, and long‐term breastfeeding duration.
MethodsWe studied 3195 Canadian mother‐infant dyads in the CHILD pregnancy cohort. Newborn feeding was documented from hospital records. Caregivers reported sociodemographic factors and infant feeding at 3, 6, 12, 18, and 24 months.
ResultsOverall, 97% of newborns initiated breastfeeding and 74% were exclusively breastfed in hospital. Exclusively breastfed newborns were ultimately breastfed longer compared with those who received formula supplementation during their hospital stay (median 11.0 vs 7...
Source: Birth - March 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Lorena Vehling, Deborah Chan, Jon McGavock, Allan B. Becker, Padmaja Subbarao, Theo J. Moraes, Piushkumar J. Mandhane, Stuart E. Turvey, Diana L. Lefebvre, Malcolm R. Sears, Meghan B. Azad Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Efficiency of the modified Sims maternal position in the rotation of persistent occiput posterior position during labor: A randomized clinical trial
DiscussionThe modified Sims position is a maternal posture intervention efficient in POP rotation, which decreases cesarean delivery rate. It is a simple and noninvasive intervention, reproducible, and well tolerated by pregnant women. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 1, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Vanessa Bueno ‐Lopez, Carmen Fuentelsaz‐Gallego, Manel Casellas‐Caro, Ana Maria Falgueras‐Serrano, Silvia Crespo‐Berros, Ana Maria Silvano‐Cocinero, Carolina Alcaine‐Guisado, Manuela Zamoro Fuentes, Elena Carreras, Carmen Terré‐Rull Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Depression and anxiety during pregnancy: The influence of maternal characteristics
This study aims to investigate the occurrence of symptoms of depression and anxiety in early and late pregnancy, the longitudinal changes from early to late pregnancy, and factors associated with symptoms of depression and anxiety in pregnant women in the Netherlands.
MethodsWe studied 2897 women participating in the PRegnancy and Infant DEvelopment (PRIDE) Study. To assess symptoms of depression and anxiety, web‐based questionnaires including the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and multiple questions on maternal characteristics were completed in early and late pregnancy. Cross‐sectional and longitudinal m...
Source: Birth - March 1, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Kim F. E. Loo, Richelle Vlenterie, Sylke J. Nikkels, Peter J. F. M. Merkus, Jolt Roukema, Chris M. Verhaak, Nel Roeleveld, Marleen M. H. J. Gelder Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Understanding mothers ’ decision‐making needs for autopsy consent after stillbirth: Framework analysis of a large survey
ConclusionsThe influences on decisions about autopsy are diverse and unpredictable. Effective decision support requires a consistent and structured approach that is built on understanding of parents’ needs. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - March 1, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Anne Schirmann, Frances M. Boyle, Dell Horey, Dimitrios Siassakos, David Ellwood, Ingrid Rowlands, Vicki Flenady Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Common challenges managing bed and staff availability on labor and delivery units in the United States: A qualitative analysis
DiscussionLabor and delivery unit managers should distinctly assess both the proactiveness and systematicness of their existing management practices and consider how their practices could be modified to improve care. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - February 24, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Avery Plough, Natalie Henrich, Grace Galvin, Neel T. Shah Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Common challenges managing bed and staff availability on labor and delivery units in the United States: A qualitative analysis
Birth, EarlyView. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - February 24, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
