Rates of Influenza and Tdap Vaccination in Teaching and Private Obstetrical Practices, and the Influence of Vaccine Hesitancy
ConclusionsIn spite of similar prevalence of vaccine hesitancy, pregnant women cared for in teaching practices had higher vaccination rates than those cared for in private practices. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 30, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Roles of Income and Acculturation in the Hispanic Paradox: Breastfeeding Among Hispanic Women
Conclusions for PracticeThe Hispanic paradox operates differentially due to nativity, income, and acculturation. Breastfeeding intervention and promotion may require tailored approaches to Hispanic subgroups. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 29, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Saudi Arabia ’s Maternal and Child Health Scenario Interpreted
Conclusions:A comparatively higher quality of MCH was reported. However, demands and challenges of obstetric, gynecologic, and pediatric care are increasing, thus, strengthening and streamlining in accordance with fertility trends, marital patterns, and child health care is essential, for which primary data collection at regular intervals is a prerequisite. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Over a Century of Leadership for Maternal and Child Health in the United States: An Updated History of the Maternal and Child Health Bureau
AbstractThe Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) is the only federal agency solely focused on improving the health and well-being of all of America ’s mothers, children, and families. Founded in 1912 as the Children’s Bureau, the Bureau has evolved over 110 years in response to the changing needs of MCH populations and shifting legislative and administrative priorities. The Bureau’s role in promoting and protecting maternal and child heal th has grown, spurred by landmark legislation including the Sheppard-Towner Maternity and Infancy Care Act, Title V of the Social Security Act, and multiple programmatic authoriz...
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 25, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
A Qualitative Exploration of Parenting Adolescents in Indonesia
Conclusion for practiceThese findings highlight opportunities to enhance parenting skills, which appear most warranted in parents of adolescents from disadvantaged backgrounds. Embedding basic adolescent parenting information within community programs appears indicated, and enhancing religious leaders ’ understanding of different approaches to parenting could be helpful in more religious communities. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 22, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Reducing Maternal Obesity and Diabetes Risks Prior to Conception with the National Diabetes Prevention Program
The objective of this report is to provide initial evidence of the National Diabetes Prevention Program ’s (NDPP) effects on maternal-child outcomes in diverse, low-income women and their offspring.MethodsThe yearlong NDPP was delivered in a safety net healthcare system to 1,569 participants from 2013 to 2019. Using medical records, we evaluated outcomes for women < 40 years who became pregnant and delivered after attending the NDPP for ≥ 1 month (n = 32), as compared to a usual care group of women < 40 years (n = 26) who were initially eligible for the NDPP but were excluded due to pregnancy...
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 21, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Outpatient Opioid Dispensing Patterns for SC Medicaid Children 1 –36 Months Old
Conclusions for practiceAmong Medicaid children 1 –36 months old, annual dispensed opioid prescription rates declined for most major diagnostic categories (RESP, INJURY, NEURO, and GI). Future studies should explore alternatives to current opioid dispensing practices for GU and CONG cases. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 20, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The MCH Library: Leveraging Learning to Leadership
AbstractA library to support maternal and child health programs has existed in many forms from the founding of the Children ’s Bureau in 1912 to the current MCH Digital Library. The overarching goal of the library remains to serve the MCH community with accurate, reliable, and timely information and resources. Like the field of MCH, championed into existence by dedicated activists and nurtured by passionate, gifted peo ple over the decades that followed, today’s library is the result of the work of an unbroken chain of individuals devoted to its cause and with a vision for its future. The library website is a critical ...
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 18, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Investigating Maternal Perspectives of Breastfeeding Support Targeted Towards Fathers in the Milk Man Mobile App Intervention
ConclusionMothers found the father-focussed breastfeeding app to be acceptable. When designing interventions targeting one group to affect the behaviour of another, inclusion of measures to gain the perspectives of both should be seen as an imperative. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 15, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Use of Cellular-Enabled Remote Patient Monitoring Device for Hypertension Management in Pregnant Women: A Feasibility Study
This study aimed to measure the feasibility of and patient satisfaction with using an integrated model of cellular-enabled remote patient monitoring devices for blood pressure supported by a 24/7 nurse call center.MethodsIn a mixed methods pilot study, twelve women with chronic hypertension during pregnancy were given cellular-enabled BodyTrace™ blood pressure cuffs and weight scales. Participants ’ blood pressures were continuously monitored by a nurse call center. Participants completed a survey and a brief semi-structured interview after two weeks.ResultsParticipants scored low on stress and anxiety with mean scores...
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 14, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Family Engagement at the Systems Level: A Framework for Action
AbstractWhile family engagement at the individual level of health care, such as families partnering with providers in decision-making about health care for an individual child has been well studied, family engagement in systems-level activities (e.g., participation in advisory and other decision-making groups, or creation and revision of policies) that impact the health services families and children receive has not. This note from the field presents a framework that describes the information and supports that help families partner with professionals and contribute to systems-level activities. Without attention to these co...
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 13, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Mixed Bacterial Growth in Prenatal Urine Cultures; An Investigation into Prevalence, Contributory Factors and the Impact of education-based Interventions
ConclusionAs many as 24% of prenatal urine screening cultures are reported as MBG. Patient-midwife interaction before urine sample collection and rapid transfer of urine samples to the laboratory within 3 hours reduces the rate of MBG in prenatal urine cultures. Reinforcing this message through education may improve accuracy of test results. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 13, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The Influence of Mediators on the Relationship Between Antenatal Opioid Agonist Exposure and the Severity of Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
Conclusions for PracticeMOUD exposure is directly associated with NOWS severity. Prenatal care and polysubstance exposure are potential mediators in this relationship. These mediating factors may be targeted to reduce the severity of NOWS while maintaining the important benefits of MOUD during pregnancy. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 11, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Experiencing Trauma During or Before Pregnancy: Qualitative Secondary Analysis After Two Disasters
ConclusionWe recommend a strengths-based and trauma-informed care approach in both maternal health and post-disaster relief care. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 10, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
An Investigation of Pregnant Women ’s Attitudes Towards Childhood Vaccination and Trust in Health Services
Conclusions for PracticeThis study found that knowing vaccines affects both trust in health services and health beliefs about vaccination. Therefore, community health nurses working in primary care should provide parents with accurate and effective information about vaccinations. (Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - March 6, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
