Early career midwives' job satisfaction, career goals and intention to leave midwifery: A scoping review
CONCLUSIONS: Many midwives are considering leaving their profession due to the stress of their work, role dissatisfaction, and a lack of support. This is more common amongst early career midwives. There were some protective factors such as having pride in the midwifery profession. More research is needed to identify and address the needs specific to early career midwives.PMID:37827892 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.007 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nicola Parry Christine Catling Allison Cummins Source Type: research

Implementation of normal childbirth guidelines among midwives: Adherence and influencing factors
CONCLUSION: Guideline adherence can be improved by multifaceted efforts at professional, organizational and maternal levels. The identification of barriers and enablers of guideline implementation provides a solid foundation for further reducing non-evidence-based intrapartum interventions.PMID:37827891 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.005 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Yang Zhao Hong Lu Jie Lu Boqiao Wang Source Type: research

Early career midwives' job satisfaction, career goals and intention to leave midwifery: A scoping review
CONCLUSIONS: Many midwives are considering leaving their profession due to the stress of their work, role dissatisfaction, and a lack of support. This is more common amongst early career midwives. There were some protective factors such as having pride in the midwifery profession. More research is needed to identify and address the needs specific to early career midwives.PMID:37827892 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.007 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nicola Parry Christine Catling Allison Cummins Source Type: research

Implementation of normal childbirth guidelines among midwives: Adherence and influencing factors
CONCLUSION: Guideline adherence can be improved by multifaceted efforts at professional, organizational and maternal levels. The identification of barriers and enablers of guideline implementation provides a solid foundation for further reducing non-evidence-based intrapartum interventions.PMID:37827891 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.005 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Yang Zhao Hong Lu Jie Lu Boqiao Wang Source Type: research

Early career midwives' job satisfaction, career goals and intention to leave midwifery: A scoping review
CONCLUSIONS: Many midwives are considering leaving their profession due to the stress of their work, role dissatisfaction, and a lack of support. This is more common amongst early career midwives. There were some protective factors such as having pride in the midwifery profession. More research is needed to identify and address the needs specific to early career midwives.PMID:37827892 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.007 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 12, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Nicola Parry Christine Catling Allison Cummins Source Type: research

Exploring the healthcare needs and experiences of pregnant women with congenital heart disease: A qualitative study
CONCLUSION: The study concluded that pregnant women with CHD experience hardship associated with negative challenges and personal suffering. The findings highlight the importance of the basic values and the need for a holistic approach and effective teamwork to minimise suffering among pregnant women with CHD.PMID:37821255 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.10.002 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Eman Harb Hanan D Al Obieat Inaam A Khalaf Hala Mahmoud Obeidat Iyad Al-Ammouri Hala A Bawadi Rn Maan Sh Al Momany Source Type: research

Exploring the healthcare needs and experiences of pregnant women with congenital heart disease: A qualitative study
CONCLUSION: The study concluded that pregnant women with CHD experience hardship associated with negative challenges and personal suffering. The findings highlight the importance of the basic values and the need for a holistic approach and effective teamwork to minimise suffering among pregnant women with CHD.PMID:37821255 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.10.002 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 11, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Eman Harb Hanan D Al Obieat Inaam A Khalaf Hala Mahmoud Obeidat Iyad Al-Ammouri Hala A Bawadi Rn Maan Sh Al Momany Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

A systematic review of standardised tools used in perinatal death review programmes
CONCLUSION: There is little standardisation when it comes to PMRTs. Guidance on structuring PMRTs in a standardised way is needed. Recommendation development from a review is important to highlight changes to care required to reduce preventable perinatal deaths.PMID:37793961 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.006 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - October 4, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Emily O'Connor Sara Leitao Amy P Fogarty Richard Greene Keelin O'Donoghue Source Type: research

Midwifery group practice workforce in Australia: A cross-sectional survey of midwives and managers
CONCLUSION: The BMid appears to be a common educational pathway for MGP midwives, and many MGP services are providing care to women with complexities. Flexible practice agreements, organisational support and appropriate workloads are vital for recruitment, retention, and sustainability of MGP.PMID:37726186 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.002 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - September 19, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Leonie Hewitt Ann Dadich Donna L Hartz Hannah G Dahlen Source Type: research

Midwifery group practice workforce in Australia: A cross-sectional survey of midwives and managers
CONCLUSION: The BMid appears to be a common educational pathway for MGP midwives, and many MGP services are providing care to women with complexities. Flexible practice agreements, organisational support and appropriate workloads are vital for recruitment, retention, and sustainability of MGP.PMID:37726186 | DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2023.09.002 (Source: Women Birth)
Source: Women Birth - September 19, 2023 Category: Midwifery Authors: Leonie Hewitt Ann Dadich Donna L Hartz Hannah G Dahlen Source Type: research