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Language and Cultural Barriers and Facilitators of Sexual and Reproductive Health Care for Migrant Women in High ‐Income European Countries: An Integrative Review
DiscussionCommunication barriers undermine migrant women's right to benefit from preventive SRH programs and to make informed decisions concerning their health. It is necessary to establish tailored plans in each health care center to improve intercultural communication that integrate facilitators proposed by women. Future research should provide solid evidence on the effectiveness of each facilitator implemented. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - August 3, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Carmen Barrio ‐Ruiz, Regina Ruiz de Viñaspre‐Hernandez, Sofia Colaceci, Raul Juarez‐Vela, Ivan Santolalla‐Arnedo, Angela Durante, Marco Di Nitto Tags: Review Source Type: research

An Ecological Model of Reproductive Coercion
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Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - August 2, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Allysa Warling, Kelly M. Treder, Kristyn Brandi, Bhavik Kumar, Kathryn E. Fay Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Moving Midwifery: New Federal Documents Champion the Profession
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Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - August 1, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Melissa D. Avery, Amy Kohl, Karen Jefferson Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Prevalence of Abortions Prior to and During the COVID ‐19 Pandemic in a Large Health Care System
DiscussionThe prevalence of abortion remained similar prior to and during the first 6 months of the COVID-19 pandemic within KPNC. Patients seeking abortion were less likely to smoke and were more likely to have consistent insurance 6 months after their abortion in 2020 versus 2019, potentially suggesting the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in healthier behaviors and more consistent access to health care. Despite stay-at-home orders and canceling of in-person clinic visits, abortion services remained accessible to a diverse population within a large health care system. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 27, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Karen S. Greiner, Maqdooda Merchant, Maryl G. Sackeim Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Patients ’ Perspectives on Informational Support and Education in the Perinatal Period: “The Quicker They Could Be Done With Me, the Better”
This study extended previous qualitative findings across the entire peripartum period and that individualized prenatal care is an important distinction in perceived quality of care. Health care organizations should consider allocating time differently for perinatal office visits, offer flexible visit times based on individualized needs, offer information in multiple modalities, and promote agency of patients. This study was strengthened by the community involvement, women of color only focus groups, and oversampling of Black women. This study was limited by the self-selected, homogenous sample and potential for recall bias...
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 25, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Pamela Wadsworth, Lisa Graves, Mounika Pogula, Abby Duerst, James Southard, Catherine Kothari, Joi Presberry Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Research and Professional Literature to Inform Practice, July/August 2023
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Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 24, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Rebecca Clark Tags: Recent Publications Source Type: research

Doula Support and Pregnancy ‐Related Complications and Death Among Childbearing Women in the United States: A Scoping Review
DiscussionThe literature has addressed the benefits of perinatal doula support, but studies with validated tools to examine associations between doula support and pregnancy-related complications and death are lacking. The studies that addressed intrapartum and continuous doula care included large generalizable samples, from which future research can draw to improve the practice of caring for patients during the perinatal period. Extensive research shows that unfavorable conditions can influence perinatal outcomes across generations. Implementing doula support may offer a potential approach to reduce and help alleviate resu...
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 24, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Allison D. Crawford, Emily C. Carder, Emme Lopez, Kelly McGlothen ‐Bell Tags: Review Source Type: research

Systematic Reviews to Inform Practice, July/August 2023
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Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 24, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nena A R. Harris, Abby Howe ‐Heyman, Mary K. Barger Tags: Recent Publications Source Type: research

Embedding Physical Activity Guidance During Pregnancy and in Postpartum Care: ‘This Mum Moves’ Enhances Professional Practice of Midwives and Health Visitors
DiscussionTheThis Mum Moves cascade approach to delivering training in physical activity guidelines improved reported knowledge, confidence and professional practice of midwives and health visitors, both immediately following and 3 and 6 months after training. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 24, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Katrina Ann Taylor, Marlize De Vivo, Hayley Mills, Phil Hurst, Stacey Draper, Abby Foad Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

HPV and Cervical Cancer
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Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 24, 2023 Category: Midwifery Tags: Ask the Midwife Source Type: research

Understanding the Postpartum Cesarean Pain Experience Among Individuals With Publicly Funded Insurance: A Qualitative Investigation
DiscussionUnderstanding experiences regarding postpartum cesarean pain management and recovery is essential to improving patient-centered care. The experiences identified by this analysis highlight the need for individualized postpartum pain management, improved expectation counseling, and the expansion of multimodal pain management options. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 3, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nevert Badreldin, Julia D. DiTosto, Karolina Leziak, Charlotte M. Niznik, Lynn M. Yee Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Disrupting Racism in Ontario Midwifery
DiscussionThe manifestations of racism in midwifery have negative impacts on the career trajectory, career satisfaction, interpersonal relationships, and well-being of BIPOC midwives. It is crucial to understand the role of racism in midwifery and make meaningful changes toward dismantling interpersonal and systemic racism in the profession. These progressive changes will serve to create a more diverse and equitable profession, where all midwives can belong and thrive. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 3, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Feben Aseffa, Lwam Mehari, Faduma Gure, Sumaya Ahmed Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Workforce Survey of Connecticut Midwives
DiscussionFor midwives planning to negotiate contracts in Connecticut, this report provides important information to ensure fair compensation and work hours. The survey also serves as a roadmap for midwives in other states who wish to collect and disseminate similar workforce data. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - July 1, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Stephanie Welsh, Jenna A. LoGiudice, Eliza Holland, Melissa Rendeiro Gregorio Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

A Correlational Study Of Midwives ’ Self‐Compassion, Psychosocial Health, and Well‐Being During the First Wave of COVID‐19. What Have We Learned?
DiscussionDuring the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, midwives had a moderate-high grade of self-compassion and good psychosocial well-being. Midwives with higher self-compassion had better psychosocial well-being. The findings could inform the development of programs to increase midwives ’ self-compassion, and psychosocial well-being and the quality of midwifery care, in times of stability and during future pandemics or disasters. (Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health)
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - June 28, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Michal Liebergall ‐Wischnitzer, Anita Noble, Iris Raz, Ofra Halperin Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Trauma ‐Informed Pedagogy: Instructional Strategies to Support Student Success
AbstractOver the past several years, the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has contributed to challenging working and life conditions. As a result, the midwifery and health care workforce has faced significant shortages due to burnout. Increased societal awareness of historical trauma and systemic racism embedded within US culture has also led to increased anxiety and signs of trauma among midwifery and health profession students. Now more than ever, innovative teaching strategies are needed to support students, reduce the risks of burnout, and increase diversity in the workforce. One strategy is to adopt a trauma-...
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - June 27, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Megan Arbour, Kelly Walker, Jane Houston Tags: Review Source Type: research