‘There is trauma all round’: A qualitative study of health workers’ experiences of caring for parents after stillbirth in Kenya and Uganda
Stillbirth is a traumatic life-event for parents. Compassionate care from health workers supports grief and adjustment, alleviating psychological distress and minimising serious adverse health and social consequences. Bereavement support in facilities in LMICs, including in sub-Saharan Africa, often fails to meet parents ’ needs. However, very few studies have explored health worker’s experiences in these settings. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 16, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Tracey A. Mills, Elizabeth Ayebare, Jonan Mweteise, Allen Nabisere, Raheli Mukhwana, Anne Nendela, Grace Omoni, Sabina Wakasiaka, Tina Lavender Source Type: research
Breastfeeding rates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in Australia: a systematic review and narrative analysis
Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (referred to hereafter as Aboriginal) women breastfeed at lower rates than non-Aboriginal women, and rates vary across and within Aboriginal populations. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 11, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Tanisha L. Springall, Helen L. McLachlan, Della A. Forster, Jennifer Browne, Catherine Chamberlain Source Type: research
COVID-19 Special Issue – The Impact of COVID-19 on women, babies, midwives, and midwifery care
As we enter 2022, we are still confronted by the pandemic of COVID-19. This unprecedented global crisis has created substantial challenges for maternity care across the world. The impact of changes in healthcare and social restrictions has had a profound effect on childbearing woman, their families, and midwives. It is with pleasure that we present this special edition focusing on 20 research studies about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This research has been undertaken by a range of health professionals, including midwives, medical officers, psychologists, and public health professions. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 8, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Linda Sweet Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
The effect of antenatal pelvic floor muscle exercise on sexual function and labour and birth outcomes: A randomised controlled trial
Pelvic floor muscle exercises (PFME) are recommended for treatment of urinary incontinence with less evidence available about the effect on female sexual function (FSF) and childbirth. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 8, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Sahar S. Sobhgol, Caroline A. Smith, Russell Thomson, Hannah G. Dahlen Source Type: research
Editorial – Special Issue – The Impact of COVID-19 on women, babies, midwives, and midwifery care
As we enter 2022, we are still confronted by the pandemic of COVID-19. This unprecedented global crisis has created substantial challenges for maternity care across the world. The impact of changes in healthcare and social restrictions has had a profound effect on childbearing woman, their families, and midwives. It is with pleasure that we present this special edition focusing on 20 research studies about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This research has been undertaken by a range of health professionals, including midwives, medical officers, psychologists, and public health professions. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 8, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Linda Sweet Source Type: research
Who is at risk of burnout? A cross-sectional survey of midwives in a tertiary maternity hospital in Melbourne, Australia
Burnout is an occupational phenomenon with the potential to affect a person ’s physical and mental health, job satisfaction and quality of work. There is evidence of burnout occurring in the midwifery profession, but inadequate data on the prevalence of, and the factors associated with, burnout. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - March 2, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Robyn P Matthews, Rebecca L Hyde, Fleur Llewelyn, Touran Shafiei, Michelle S Newton, Della A Forster Source Type: research
Editorial Board
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Source: Women and Birth - March 1, 2022 Category: Midwifery Source Type: research
2021 Reviewer Acknowledgement
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Source: Women and Birth - March 1, 2022 Category: Midwifery Source Type: research
Improving women ’s experiences of perineal suturing: A pragmatic qualitative analysis of what is helpful and harmful
Perineal trauma requiring suturing is increasing, along with the associated physiological and psychological morbidities for women. Provider training appears to focus more on technical aspects rather than respectful, relational care for women. Studies exploring women ’s experiences have identified that how women are cared for can significantly impact upon overall experiences. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 22, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Athena Hammond, Holly Priddis, Simone Ormsby, Hannah Grace Dahlen Source Type: research
Midwives ’ views of an evidence-based intervention to reduce caesarean section rates in Ireland
A worldwide increase of caesarean section (CS) rates has been estimated at a rate of 4% per year and numerous interventions to reduce the rates have not been successful, perhaps because they are not acceptable to clinicians. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 20, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Siobh án Corrigan, Vivienne Howard, Louise Gallagher, Valerie Smith, Kathleen Hannon, Margaret Carroll, Cecily Begley Source Type: research
Weighing up the risks — Vaccine decision-making in pregnancy and parenting
Immunisation is universally accepted as one of the most significant health initiatives in recent times. However, vaccine hesitancy is increasing in Australia and other high- and middle-income countries. There is evidence to suggest that many parents, even those who elect to immunise, may have a degree of vaccine hesitancy. The recommendation of a healthcare professional is a predictor for vaccine uptake. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 18, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Susan E. Smith, Nina Sivertsen, Lauren Lines, Anita De Bellis Source Type: research
The association between midwifery staffing levels and the experiences of mothers on postnatal wards: Cross sectional analysis of routine data
Women have consistently reported lower satisfaction with postnatal care compared with antenatal and labour care. The aim of this research was to examine whether women ’s experience of inpatient postnatal care in England is associated with variation in midwifery staffing levels. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 16, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: L. Turner, D. Culliford, J. Ball, E. Kitson-Reynolds, P. Griffiths Source Type: research
Reducing midwife burnout at organisational level — Midwives need time, space and a positive work-place culture
Maternity care organisations have a responsibility to ensure the health and welfare of their staff. Rates of burnout are high in midwifery compared to other professionals. Therefore, exploring how it can be reduced is imperative. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 15, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Jean Doherty, Denise O ’Brien Source Type: research
International consensus definition of critical thinking in midwifery practice: A Delphi study
Currently there is no discipline-specific definition of critical thinking in midwifery practice. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 15, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Amanda G. Carter, Mary Sidebotham, Debra K. Creedy Source Type: research
Existential aspects as an inevitable part of salutogenesis in maternity care – A discussion paper
Poor mental health is considered a major health challenge globally, not least for young people, who will form families within forthcoming years. Research related to childbirth and parenthood transition has focused on how to promote good mental health by preventing mental illness. (Source: Women and Birth)
Source: Women and Birth - February 11, 2022 Category: Midwifery Authors: Christina Prinds, Dorte Hvidtj ørn, Katja Schrøder, Dorte Toudal Viftrup Source Type: research
