MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Women Birth' source. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:58:14 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5638530&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22277194%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There are differences in the personal preferences of pregnant women, midwives and obstetricians regarding pain relief for childbirth. It is important that the pain relief methods available in maternity care settings reflect the informed preferences of pregnant women. PMID: 22277194 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5638530 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5638530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577910&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22222092%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study indicates that SWI is not being used by the majority of midwives participating in the study, although there is a strong desire by midwives to learn about and explore its use. Greater access to information and workshops on SWI is highlighted. In response to the findings of this survey the authors are currently developing an online resource and training to support units to introduce SWI. PMID: 22222092 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577910 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5577910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577911&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22217978%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The development of these Guidelines is a first step in translating evidence into practice and providing Australian midwives and other maternity care providers with clear guidance on the psychosocial management of women and families. PMID: 22217978 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577911 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5577911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5512433&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22169396%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Women in MGP care are no more or less likely to have an unassisted vaginal birth. PMID: 22169396 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5512433 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5512433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5512434&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22137849%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings from this study contribute further insight into the complex nature of adolescent contraceptive use and pregnancy risk. The analysis has strengthened evidence of the critical role of self-perceptions of pregnancy and childbearing on teenagers' fertility outcomes. It has also emphasized the broader life circumstances that shape these attitudes, intentions and related behavior. Strategies directed toward academic support and vocational skill development may broaden teenage girls' perceived future options and achievement capacity, thus influencing key reproductive health outcomes. PMID: 22137849 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5512434 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5512434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5512435&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22115992%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Rural Swazi women observe modern health practices alongside traditional customary practices that are inherent to their health belief and value systems in the postnatal period. These customary beliefs and values underpin their birth practices postpartum. Recommendations include the need to consider including formal knowledge on cultural aspects of childbirth and postpartum care into midwifery education; a review of maternal care practices and policies to incorporate widely practised traditional elements including redressing the use of self-prescribed pharmacy medicines to ensure a higher level of safety. PMID: 22115992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5512435 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5512435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5439124&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22104264%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The National Publicly-funded Homebirth Consortium has facilitated a sharing of resources, processes of development and a linkage of homebirth services around the country. This analysis has provided information to assist future planning and developments in models of midwifery care. It is important that births of women booked to these programs are clearly identified when their data is incorporated into existing perinatal datasets. PMID: 22104264 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5439124 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5439124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5439125&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22101061%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The relationship between the HCP and AMC is essential to ensuring an optimal outcome for mother and baby. Careful consideration needs to be given to how the health care facility and system are set up in order to ensure that the AMC is comfortable within this context. PMID: 22101061 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5439125 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5439125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5439126&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22088677%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: To the women of this study home birth was very positive experience in which the autonomy was the important factor. According to this study maternity care services do not respond to women's individual wishes and services should be offer more alternatives and should be more empowering. PMID: 22088677 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5439126 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5439126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360872&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22030377%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thorley V PMID: 22030377 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360872 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5360872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360873&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22019777%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Page LA PMID: 22019777 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360873 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5360873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5277005&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21959041%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings from this study suggest that antenatal state and trait anxiety, assessed by interview, is an important predictor of postpartum depression. Therefore, it should be routinely screened in order to develop specific preventive interventions. PMID: 21959041 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5277005 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5277005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5277006&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21955442%26dopt%3DAbstract This study provides a profile of midwifery education curriculum documents in Jordan with recommendations for changes that would position midwives as potential primary maternity care providers for women in Jordan who have uncomplicated pregnancies. PMID: 21955442 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5277006 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5277006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5277007&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21940231%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Whilst knowledge levels were generally good, skills were generally poor and decreased as the women deteriorated. Such failures to apply knowledge in emergency stressful situations may be resolved by repetitive high stakes and high fidelity simulation. PMID: 21940231 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5277007 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5277007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5246155&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21930449%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Antenatal clinic midwives were unprepared for talking to women about their weight. Increasing the confidence and skills of staff in offering service innovations to eligible women is a major challenge to be met if new models of care are to be successful in addressing overweight and obesity in pregnancy. PMID: 21930449 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5246155 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5246155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5218441&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21903496%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Women in this study who chose not to breastfeed identified important areas where they felt that their needs were not met. In keeping with the Code of Ethics for Nurses and Midwives, the identified needs of women who do not breastfeed must be addressed in a caring, compassionate and just manner. The care and education of women who formula feed should be of the highest standard possible, even if the choice not to breastfeed is not the preferred choice of healthcare professionals. PMID: 21903496 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5218441 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5218441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5218444&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21900062%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The study highlighted the expectations of the postpartum body in relation to speedy return to the pre-pregnant state. Understanding how these portrayals may contribute to women's own body image and expectations in the early postpartum period may better assist maternity health care providers to engage with women in meaningful discussions about this important time in their lives and challenge notions of ideal body types. Assisting women to accept and nurture themselves and have confidence in their ability as a new parent is a crucial element of quality maternity service provision. PMID: 21900062 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5218444 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5218444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5218443&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21900063%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Smith R, Brodie P, Homer CS Abstract RESEARCH QUESTION: What are the experiences of midwives working in midwifery-led models of care in NSW who undertake the credentialling process? BACKGROUND: In 2005, the NSW Health Department issued a directive requiring midwives who worked in midwifery-led models of care to undergo a process known as credentialling. Credentialling involved a four-step process: self-assessment, face-to-face panel review of midwifery practice, assessment of emergency management skills and discussion of a case study from practice. METHOD: A descriptive exploratory study examined the experiences of the midwives who undertook the credentialling process in NSW. Data were collected through in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 12 midwives who had experien... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5218443 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5218443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5218442&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21900064%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Women's knowledge deficits relating to risks and benefits of birth options after previous caesarean can constrain them as most women chose caesarean rather than normal birth in their subsequent pregnancy. PMID: 21900064 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5218442 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5218442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097596&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21795132%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 21795132 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097596 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 06:43:11 +0100 5097596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5051479&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21764399%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The ANRQ is a highly acceptable self-report psychosocial assessment tool which aids in the prediction of women who go on to develop postnatal depression. In combination with a symptom based screening measure (e.g., the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) and routine questions relating to drug and alcohol use and domestic violence, the ANRQ becomes most useful as a key element of a "screening intervention" aimed at the early identification of mental health risk and morbidity across the perinatal period. Evaluation of this model in terms of clinical outcomes remains to be undertaken. PMID: 21764399 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5051479 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5051479 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5051478&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21764400%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: FOC was associated with negative birth experiences. Women still perceived the birth experience as negative a year after the event. Women's perception of the overall birth experience as negative seems to be more important for explaining subsequent FOC than mode of delivery. Maternity care should focus on women's experiences of childbirth. Staff at antenatal clinics should ask multiparous women about their previous experience of childbirth. So that FOC is minimized, research on factors that create a positive birth experience for women is required. PMID: 21764400 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5051478 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5051478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4956044&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21664208%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Understanding the facilitators and inhibitors of physiological birth positioning, the impact of birth settings and how midwives and women perceive physiological birth positions, and how beliefs are translated into practice needs to be researched. PMID: 21664208 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4956044 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4956044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4804173&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21524953%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: More research is needed to establish the safety and efficacy of CAM modalities. Midwives should develop a good understanding of these therapies, including both the benefits and risks, so they can assist women to make appropriate decisions. PMID: 21524953 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4804173 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4804173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4752891&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21507740%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our profession and community need strong, confident midwives and it is in all our interests to look to ways we can best achieve this. While the findings of this study should be treated with caution, this study suggests that there is room for improvement in the way we support newly graduated midwives to build their confidence over their first year of practice. Further research is needed to identify the needs of newly graduated midwives and how best we can support them to develop as strong and confident practitioners through their first year of practice. PMID: 21507740 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4752891 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4752891 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4752893&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21489895%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lane K In adopting the medical lobby's preferred definition of collaboration where midwives are legally compelled to seek endorsement for their care plan from an obstetrician, Determination 2010 connotes a form of militarized collaboration and thus negates all that genuine collaboration stands for-equality, mutual trust and reciprocal respect. Using Critical Discourse Analysis, the first half of this paper analyses the submissions from medical, midwifery and consumer peak organisations to the Maternity Services Review and Senate reviews held between 2008 and 2010 showing that Determination 2010 privileges the medical lobby worldview in adopting a vertical definition of collaboration. The second half of the paper responds to the principal assumption of Determination 2010-that m... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4752893 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4752893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4752892&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21493173%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: More well-designed and resourced midwifery models of care for young women should be implemented and rigorously researched. PMID: 21493173 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4752892 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4752892 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4752894&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21489894%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There is evidence that simulated learning of midwifery skills is beneficial. Simulation learning has an educational and clinical impact and advantages over didactic approaches. Where clinical practice is infrequent i.e. obstetric emergencies, simulation is an essential component of curricula. Simulation enhances practice and therefore may reduce the time taken to achieve competence; however there is no evidence from the literature that simulation should replace clinical practice. PMID: 21489894 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4752894 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4752894 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4752895&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21459691%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Further training is required to ensure midwives' competency in psychosocial assessment and management of women experiencing antenatal and postpartum depression. Systemic issues (e.g. time constraints) encountered by midwives need to be addressed to support the delivery of effective emotional care to childbearing women. PMID: 21459691 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4752895 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4752895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4638111&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21419742%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results of this study indicate that the Bachelor of Midwifery course, or studying midwifery, has a positive effect on students' empathy. Low results in participants' attitudes towards patients presenting with substance abuse raises concern that students may harbour prejudice that could impinge upon their professional practice and the way in which they care for these mothers. Hence, this aspect in particular may need further development within midwifery curriculum development. Further research around other conditions may extend on our understandings of empathy and attitudes in midwifery students and practitioners. PMID: 21419742 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4638111 Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4638111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4578898&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21388902%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Simulation is used extensively in midwifery education in Australia. Further research is required to understand the curriculum development imperatives of simulation and there is a need to adequately resource and support staff in the use of simulation to provide high quality simulation learning experiences for students. PMID: 21388902 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4578898 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4578898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4578899&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382759%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The proposed definition could be useful in further development of collaborative arrangements within maternity care and assist to further inform research on collaborative practice. PMID: 21382759 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4578899 Sat, 05 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4578899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4578900&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21324768%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hartz DL, Foureur M, Tracy SK The aim of this paper is to review the clinical outcomes of descriptive and comparative cohort studies of the Australian caseload midwifery models of care that emerged during the late 1990s and early 2000s. These models report uniformly a decrease in caesarean section operation rates when compared to local, state and national rates, irrespective of the obstetric risk of the women cared for. These outcomes are in contrast to the findings of the randomised controlled trials and comparative cohort studies of caseload midwifery conducted, predominantly in the United Kingdom, in the mid to late 1990s. The Australian studies show that caseload midwifery is a model of care that is associated with lowered rates of caesarean section operations, and other o... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4578900 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4578900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4578901&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21315675%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings point towards the need for a model of refugee maternity care that comprises continuity of carer, quality interpreter services, educational strategies for both women and healthcare professionals, and the provision of psychosocial support to women from refugee backgrounds. PMID: 21315675 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4578901 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4578901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4470739&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21295531%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Aboriginal women from remote communities should be able to have a support person with them when they access regional birthing services, but the nature of this role must not be assumed. A culturally appropriate service has input from the community, provides options and respects choices. PMID: 21295531 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4470739 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4470739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4470740&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21277271%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This literature review demonstrates that medical interventions aimed at preventing, not just delaying, preterm birth, are not effective at a population level. Providing holistic, antenatal midwifery care for women living in socio-economic disadvantage and/or with an increased risk of preterm birth seems to be a promising strategy to address the negative effects of the social determinants of disease and thus to reduce the rate of preterm births at an individual and a population level. PMID: 21277271 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4470740 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4470740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4470741&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273152%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: SMW_Div2s and midwives were positive about the introduction of the paid employment model at the Women's. The findings are consistent with evaluations of similar programs in the nursing setting. The employment model has potential short and long term individual and organisational advantages, which is important in the context of increasing births and workforce shortages. Progression of such models will be contingent on the collaboration and cooperation of the various stakeholders involved in maternity workforce and education. PMID: 21273152 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4470741 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4470741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4400387&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21236745%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: There is considerable support by midwives for the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine by expectant women. Despite this enthusiasm, currently there are few educational opportunities and only limited research evidence regarding CAM use in midwifery practice. These shortfalls need to be addressed by the profession. Midwives are encouraged to have an open dialogue with childbearing women, to document use and to base any advice on the best available evidence. PMID: 21236745 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4400387 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4400387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337087&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21216684%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Most fathers had a positive birth experience. Midwifery support, the midwife's presence and sufficient information about the progress of labour are important aspects in a father's positive birth experience. The role of the midwife during birth is important to the father, and his individual needs should be considered in order to enhance a positive birth experience. PMID: 21216684 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337087 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4337087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337088&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21193362%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 21193362 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337088 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4337088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4276329&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21167799%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: If there is to be an expansion of birth centres, service providers need to make sure that women's views are central to the design. Women will not cease having homebirths due to expanded birth centre options. PMID: 21167799 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4276329 Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4276329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4276330&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21163719%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dahlen HG, Jackson M, Stevens J In Australia private homebirth remains unfunded and uninsured and publicly funded homebirth models are not widely available. Doulas are increasingly hired by women for support during childbirth and freebirth (birth intentionally unattended by a health professional) appears to be on the rise. The recently released Improving Maternity Services in Australia - The Report of the Maternity Services Review (MSR) exclude homebirth from the funding and insurance reforms proposed. Drawing on recent research we argue that homebirth has become a casualty of a broken maternity system. The recent rise in the numbers of women employing doulas and choosing to birth at home unattended by any health professional we argue is in part a consequence of not adequately... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4276330 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4276330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4185166&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21075695%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results indicate that a specifically designed information brochure explaining the process of IOL in plain language has the effect of enhancing women's knowledge. This area of study warrants further investigation, especially research into the role of written information to improve women's understanding across other areas of maternity care education provision. PMID: 21075695 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4185166 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4185166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4185168&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21074507%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Interventions to enhance inter-professional collaboration should be directed first at changing organisational structures and policies to promote easy opportunities for natural dialogue between doctors and midwives. PMID: 21074507 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4185168 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4185168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4185167&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21074508%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Many positive recommendations have come from the MSR, however the decision to exclude homebirth from these reforms is perplexing considering the large number of submissions describing the benefits of and barriers to homebirth in Australia. A concerning number of submissions discuss having had or having considered an unattended birth at home due to these barriers. Overall there is the belief that not enabling access to funded, insured homebirth in Australia is a violation of human rights. It appears that homebirth was considered by the MSR as 'too hot to handle' and by dismissing it as a minority issue the government sought to avoided dealing with homebirth as a 'sensitive and controversial issue.' PMID: 21074508 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4185167 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4185167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4139589&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21035413%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dahlen HG, Homer CS, Leap N, Tracy SK A review of key historical texts that mentioned perineal care was undertaken from the time of Soranus (98-138A.D.) to modern times as part of a PhD into perineal care. Historically, perineal protection and comfort were key priorities for midwives, most of whom traditionally practised under a social model of care. With the advent of the Man-Midwife in the seventeenth and eighteenth century, the perineum became pathologised and eventually a site for routine surgical intervention - most notably seen in the widespread use of episiotomy. There were several key factors that led to the development of a surgical rather than a social model in perineal care. These factors included a move from upright to supine birth positions, the preparation of the... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4139589 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4139589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4077453&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20943450%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Women choosing publicly-funded homebirth display strong confidence in both themselves to give birth at home, and their belief in the health system's ability to cope with any complications that may arise. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Many women may benefit from access to publicly-funded homebirth models of care. This should be further investigated. PMID: 20943450 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4077453 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4077453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003822&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20869935%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Midwives are encouraged to reflect on their role as 'experts' in the breastfeeding process and give confidence to women so that they utilise their instinctive ability to breastfeed by self-determined techniques that encourage mammalian skills for newborn sustenance and survival. PMID: 20869935 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003822 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4003822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003630&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20869936%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: While the number of women attending the program was small, the positive experiences expressed by participants warrant further development, implementation and investigation of similar approaches to childbirth preparation. Based on this study, it would seem that such a program is indeed feasible and that women would attend. PMID: 20869936 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003630 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4003630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003890&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20864426%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Further prospective research is required to explore whether factors such as specific substances are more likely to be associated with infant withdrawal. PMID: 20864426 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003890 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4003890 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3999594&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20843758%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Consistent with current clinical guidelines which recommend open, consultative discussion with the woman about foetal monitoring and a partnership approach towards decision-making following informed choice, a woman-centred foetal monitoring decision-making pathway is proposed. This pathway is applicable in midwifery education, research and clinical practice to promote both evidence based practice and woman-centred decision-making. PMID: 20843758 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3999594 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3999594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3999593&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20843759%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ebert L, Ferguson A, Bellchambers H PMID: 20843759 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3999593 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3999593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3973577&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20832377%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wallace GH, Arellano JM, Gruner TM The aetiology of non-syndromic cleft lip and palate has as yet not been clearly defined. Familial relationships, environmental toxins and nutritional status have all been considered without conclusive results, although in some studies a potential link between non-syndromic cleft lip and palate and any one or more of these factors has been proposed. Elevated stress, particularly an extended term of traumatic stress, can lead to oxidative damage at the cellular level via hypothalmus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis dysregulation, high cortisol and cytokine production. The effect of this hormonal shift is to re-direct the blood supply to the mother's muscles, thereby reducing the supply to the placenta, causing a potential nutritional deficiency whi... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3973577 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3973577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3912185&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20739246%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These findings confirm that socio-economic deficiencies and low quality of life can facilitate the expression of depressive symptomatology during the postpartum period. The results also emphasize the salience of psychosocial risk factors in the diathesis of postnatal depression. PMID: 20739246 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3912185 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3912185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3912184&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20739247%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Preliminary evidence is provided that a telephone service led by midwives may be one effective strategy to meet women's informational needs and address decisional conflict in relation to options for birth after a caesarean section. PMID: 20739247 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3912184 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3912184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3824298&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20675209%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: While the practice of forcing Aboriginal women to relocate around the time of birth has a negative impact on perinatal health outcomes, kinship support may be a mediating factor. PMID: 20675209 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3824298 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3824298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3824299&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20674528%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATION FOR PRACTICE: The mothers' perspective of postpartum revealed that they actively searched for ways to attain infants' and own health needs, and family health in general. Prolonged sexual abstinence was considered a risk for the partner having other sexual partners and contracting HIV. The mothers relied heavily on the informal support network, which sometimes meant risking family health due to misinformation and harmful practices. Health care and informal support systems should complement each other to attain adequate support for the families postpartum. PMID: 20674528 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3824299 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3824299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3777473&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20638353%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy KM PMID: 20638353 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3777473 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3777473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3734201&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20598666%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Salient examples in antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care have highlighted how midwives can engage in public health issues relevant to their everyday clinical practice and in so doing re-define and extend their boundaries of care. Public health has much to do with midwifery and midwifery has much to do with public health. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Midwifery practice can have a profound impact on maternal and infant health both short and long-term, so it is critical that all midwives take up the public health challenge for the benefit of the population they serve. PMID: 20598666 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3734201 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3734201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3734200&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20605544%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bogossian F PMID: 20605544 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3734200 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3734200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3676108&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20554258%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Humphrey M PMID: 20554258 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3676108 Thu, 27 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3676108 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3600047&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20493795%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Antenatal education was beneficial for informing first time mothers of the practical skills required to positively initiate breastfeeding. However, this antenatal education strategy was not enough to reduce anxiety and foster the participants sense of self-confidence in their ability to breastfeed their newborns. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Recommendations are made to focus antenatal breastfeeding strategies on first, a strength based model that builds confidence in women's ability to successfully breastfeed. Second, in the interests of fully informed consent, women are to be advised about the physiological connection between pregnancy, labour, birth and breastfeeding and the impact that interventions such as synthetic oxytocin, caesarean section and epidural anaesthesia are lik... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3600047 Tue, 18 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3600047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3545979&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20447886%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In demonstrating the low relative morbidity in this comparison, these outcomes may aid in counselling women faced with the choice of VBAC versus ERCS. PMID: 20447886 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3545979 Mon, 03 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3545979 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3386195&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20299299%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The modifiable factors that are positively associated with breastfeeding duration are the woman's breastfeeding intention, her breastfeeding self-efficacy and her social support. Intervention studies to date have focussed on modifying these factors individually with variable results. No interventional studies have been conducted with the aim of positively modifying all three factors simultaneously. PMID: 20299299 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3386195 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3386195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3374115&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20227360%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: We argue that existing research does not inform the discipline of the complexity of midwifery clinical decision-making during birth. A well-designed study would involve investigating the clinical reasoning skills of the midwife, her relationship with the woman, the context of the particular birthing unit and the employment status of the midwife. The role of the woman as decision-maker in her own care during birth also needs careful research attention. PMID: 20227360 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3374115 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3374115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3374118&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20226752%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study suggests that 'holistic psychophysiological care' in the third stage labour is safe for women at low risk of postpartum haemorrhage. 'Active management' was associated with a seven to eight fold increase in postpartum haemorrhage rates for this group of women. Further prospective observational evaluation would be helpful in testing this association. PMID: 20226752 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3374118 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3374118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3347339&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20207213%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Midwifery practices with a maximum of two midwives contribute to non-interventionist birth and a positive birth experience. IMPLICATIONS: Awareness of the study results and further study is recommended to discuss reorganization of care in order to achieve significant reductions on referral and interventions during childbirth and positive maternal birth experiences. PMID: 20207213 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3347339 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3347339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3278053&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20153992%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Eliminating the anxiety and anguish experienced by women following a diagnosis of fetal abnormality is impossible. It must be possible, however, to mitigate their distress. Further research should develop methods to prepare women for coping in crises like these. PMID: 20153992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3278053 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3278053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3213159&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20097149%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Barclay L, Tracy SK PMID: 20097149 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3213159 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3213159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3157933&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20053594%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The findings highlight challenges and dilemmas faced by grandmothers in their supportive role for the new mother in her breastfeeding and early parenting experience and the difficulties grandmothers face in balancing potential risks and rewards in their interactions with the new family. PMID: 20053594 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3157933 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3157933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3105615&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20018582%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Smith R, Leap N, Homer C Advanced midwifery practice is a controversial notion in midwifery, particularly at present in Australia. The proposed changes in legislation around access to the publicly funded Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in 2009-2010 have meant that the issue of advanced midwifery practice has again taken prominence. Linking midwifery access to MBS and PBS to a safety and quality framework that includes an 'advanced midwifery credentialling framework' is particularly challenging. The Haxton and Fahy paper in the December 2009 edition of Women and Birth is timely as it enables a reflection upon these issues and encourages debate and discussion about exactly what is midwifery, what are we educating our students for and is... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3105615 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3105615 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2954921&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19879206%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ingall G, Cropley M Smoking during pregnancy is widely known to increase health risks to the foetus, and understanding the quitting process during pregnancy is essential in order to realise national government targets. Qualitative studies have been used in order to gain a greater understanding of the quitting process and the objective of this systematic review was to examine and evaluate qualitative studies that have investigated the psychological and social factors around women attempting to quit smoking during pregnancy. Electronic databases and journals were searched with seven articles included in this review. The findings demonstrated that women were aware of the health risks to the foetus associated with smoking; however knowledge of potential health risks was not suffic... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2954921 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2954921 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902173&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19828392%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wilton DC, Foureur MJ A convenience sample of 320 consecutive primigravid women attending the antenatal clinic of a large Sydney tertiary referral hospital were invited to take part in a survey of folic acid use in pregnancy. The aim of the survey was to determine the number of primigravid women who commenced taking folic acid supplementation at least 1 month prior to conception. In addition the survey sought information on women's source of knowledge about the need for folic acid in pregnancy and whether their pregnancy was planned or unplanned. 295 women qualified to be included in the survey. While 88.1% of women took folic acid at some time prior to and/or during the first trimester, only 23.4% were found to have taken folic acid at least 1 month prior to conception. Of wo... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902173 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2872495&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19805014%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Further research should be focused on the factors observed by midwives during history taking and the antenatal course in the second and third trimesters and whether or not these can be synthesised in to a hypertension-specific diagnostic tool for use in midwifery practice. PMID: 19805014 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2872495 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2872495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2824664&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19766073%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thurlow R PMID: 19766073 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2824664 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2824664 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775336&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734115%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fenwick J PMID: 19734115 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775336 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725400&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19695973%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Emotional and cultural safety of women must be a prime consideration of midwives. Strategies to reverse power differentials between midwives and women are urgently required to eradicate bullying by any midwife. PMID: 19695973 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725400 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2725400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2668619&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19647506%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gatward H, Simpson M, Woodhart L, Stainton MC AIM: To explore the women's experiences of being booked for induction of labour for a pregnancy greater than 41 weeks gestation. PARTICIPANTS: 23 primigravidae who were booked for induction: 18 were induced (induction group) and 5 went into spontaneous labour (comparison group). METHOD: Data were collected by a series of interviews from booking to after birthing: interpretative techniques analysed verbatim transcriptions. FINDINGS: Two dimensions of being in the process of induction were identified: (1) a sense of "Time's Up," when the natural, temporal aspects of pregnancy end with an imposed birth date and sequenced induction procedures and, (2) a required "Shift in Expectations" from the women's original plan for labour and birt... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2668619 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2668619 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2668618&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19647507%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wilkes E, Teakle B, Gamble J PMID: 19647507 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2668618 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2668618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2646178&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19632912%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Although the majority of women in this study were satisfied with the components of physical care and information and assistance with infant feeding and sleep and settling provided in the short-term, there was less satisfaction with emotional care and preparation for life at home with a new baby. This study adds to our understandings of women's experiences of the early postnatal period and provides information on which to base improvements in postnatal care and maternity services in WA and across Australia. PMID: 19632912 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2646178 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2646178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2592250&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19586807%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In this population, smoking cessation in early pregnancy doubled the likelihood of gaining excess weight. This finding highlights the need for supportive measures to help control weight gain among women who quit smoking during pregnancy. PMID: 19586807 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2592250 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2592250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2573399&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19570735%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The use of advanced practice midwives reduced the overall length of stay for women with pregnancy concerns. There were no adverse events or complaints. Women, midwives and doctors all evaluated the change positively. These findings provide evidence to support this advanced practice midwifery model in other similar maternity services. PMID: 19570735 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2573399 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2573399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2549359&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19523891%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The paper concludes that ePortfolio is considered 'the way of the future' for midwifery students, however a number of issues must be addressed through further collaboration prior to replacing the paper-based ePortfolio. PMID: 19523891 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2549359 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2549359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475740&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19406373%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Foureur M, Brodie P, Homer C PMID: 19406373 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475740 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475736&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19482571%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Women were concerned about shortened postnatal length of hospital stay and these concerns must be considered when changes are planned in maternity service provision. Any moves towards shorter postnatal length of stay must be comprehensively evaluated with consideration given to exploring consumer views and satisfaction. There is also a need for flexibility in postnatal care that acknowledges women's individual needs. PMID: 19482571 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475736 Fri, 22 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475736 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475738&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19443285%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Further research into this important issue is needed in order to improve breastfeeding support for women from different cultural backgrounds. The issue of causes of, and variations in, the levels of partial breastfeeding between different ethnic groups needs more investigation. PMID: 19443285 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475738 Tue, 12 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475742&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19345629%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: A psychophysiological third stage is quite different from what has been defined as 'physiological management' in the medically designed randomised trials comparing active versus physiological care. The conditions for deciding if a particular woman, in a particular context with a particular midwife is a good candidate for a psychophysiological third stage are presented and discussed. Only if all these conditions are met it is safe to proceed with a psychophysiological third stage. Research about the effectiveness of midwifery care in a psychophysiological third stage of labour urgently needs to be conducted. PMID: 19345629 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475742 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260156&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19278912%26dopt%3DAbstract This article will identify some of the lessons that can be learnt from the recent Australian and UK maternal death reports. This paper presents an overview of the process and systems for the reporting of maternal death in Australia. It will then specifically focus on obstetric haemorrhage, with a focus on postpartum haemorrhage, for the 12-year period, 1994-2005. Vignettes from the maternal mortality reports in Australia and the United Kingdom are used to highlight the important lessons for providers of maternity care. PMID: 19278912 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260156 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2260156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2249312&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19264570%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Understanding where women learn about MSS and how they make their decisions about testing sheds important light on the roles prenatal care providers should play. PMID: 19264570 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2249312 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2249312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2190724&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19217588%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 19217588 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2190724 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:57:38 +0100 2190724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2190725&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19217366%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A more coordinated and systematised approach needs to be developed. Collaboration and communication between midwives and child and family health nurses is essential if the needs of families are to be addressed during this transition period. PMID: 19217366 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2190725 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2190725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167750&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19195958%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATION FOR PRACTICE: Both midwives and obstetricians considered the management of CS on maternal request difficult, and the result showed that they balanced between resistance and respect. The result also showed that the participants stressed the importance of professionals advocating natural birth with evidence-based knowledge and methods to prevent maternal requests. Ongoing discussions among health professionals on attitudes and practice would strengthen their professional roles and lead to a decrease in CS rates in Sweden. PMID: 19195958 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167750 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2167750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2149689&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19179129%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our research highlights the importance of attitudes toward contraception, pregnancy and parenthood in shaping teenagers' motivation to use contraception. Educational and prevention programs must address the spectrum of attitudes underlying teenagers' contraceptive and reproductive decisions in order to alter pathways to teenage pregnancy and early parenting. PMID: 19179129 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2149689 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2149689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074442&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19117827%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Midwives are in a position to support women and their families in all health related issues, including smoking cessation. We recommend that midwives ask permission before making enquires about sensitive issues such as smoking. When discussing smoking with pregnant women, midwives work within the philosophy of midwifery, with the emphasis on building trust and maintaining relationships. Great sensitivity is required and as much as possible the conversation should be a dialogue, not a monologue. PMID: 19117827 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074442 Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2074442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2067709&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19109087%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Browne J, Chandra A Some patterns of timekeeping and counting are fraught in midwifery. In this paper we suggest our societal love affair with all things fast can cause us, as midwives, to limit women's possibilities (and our own). We suggest that timekeeping and counting potentially disrupt the midwife-woman relationship and, further, timekeeping and counting contribute to us valuing particular qualities in women and in the health system, including the idea that fast is better than slow. Pondering how this could be different, we consider a beginning global trend about time and speed - the Slow movement - and suggest a new movement, 'Slow Midwifery', in which midwives bear the responsibility of trying to be more connected to the women with whom we work by being less connected ... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2067709 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2067709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2061112&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19101219%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: MGP is clinically effective when practiced in a routine setting. PMID: 19101219 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2061112 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2061112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2047010&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19081313%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results suggest that it may be useful for the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale to be administered in the context of a discussion about a woman's mental health concerns, which could involve asking her for more details about her responses to particular items that have been identified in this study as potentially problematic. This will help ensure that practitioners are accurately interpreting a woman's answers to the items on the scale. PMID: 19081313 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2047010 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2047010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2027269&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19058775%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dim CC A case study of Ms. TE a 38-year-old Para7(+0) with seven living children is presented. Ms. TE had no antenatal care and was rushed to hospital with features of acute incomplete uterine inversion, 90min after a spontaneous vaginal birth at home. The birth was supported by the second wife of her husband who had no experience in birth attendance. Her third stage of labour was not managed actively. Successful repositioning of the uterus was achieved under anaesthesia in the hospital. Uninformed mismanagement of third stage of labour was probably the reason for the condition of Ms. TE. Though acute uterine inversion is rare, accessible primary health care services are necessary for safe motherhood and for supporting women to birth safely. PMID: 19058775 [PubMed - as sup... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2027269 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2027269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1952026&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18993126%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weckert R, Hancock H Third stage management has typically focused on women and postpartum haemorrhage. Clamping and cutting the umbilical cord following the birth of the baby has continued to be a routine part of this focus. Active versus physiological management of third stage is generally accepted as an evidence-based plan for women to avoid excessive blood loss. Other considerations around this decision are rarely considered, including the baby's perspective. This paper provides a review of the literature regarding timing of clamping and cutting of the umbilical cord and related issues, and discusses the consequences for babies and in particular *Aboriginal babies. Iron stores in babies are improved (among other important advantages) if the cord is left to stop pulsating fo... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1952026 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1952026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1943436&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18986860%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Postpartum eclampsia can manifest without a preceding preeclampsia phase. Therefore, eclampsia is not always preventable. Pregnancies complicated by eclampsia require a well-formulated management plan. PMID: 18986860 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1943436 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1943436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1914753&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18951864%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sweet L PMID: 18951864 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1914753 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1914753 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1888313&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18926788%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Women being cared for in MGP are satisfied with their care. PMID: 18926788 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1888313 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1888313 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1888312&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18926789%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Intradermal injections of sterile water possess powerful analgesic benefits for women experiencing low back pain in labour and their use in this therapeutic setting is justifiable. PMID: 18926789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1888312 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1888312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1865561&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18842471%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There is need to increase availability of emergency obstetric care by upgrading some health centres to EmOC level through training of staff and provision of equipment and supplies. PMID: 18842471 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1865561 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1865561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1779362&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18774352%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kildea S PMID: 18774352 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1779362 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1779362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1717277&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18707928%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study shows that it might be possible to identify women who are lacking partner support already in early pregnancy. Women's social network and their support from partner should be investigated by health care providers and women in need of additional support should be refereed to available community resources. PMID: 18707928 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1717277 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1717277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1664384&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18657498%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K, Fenwick J PMID: 18657498 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1664384 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1664384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1657238&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18653392%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: The educational intervention was successful in developing the knowledge of midwives and nurses to provide sound advice to new mothers about therapeutic sun exposure and in developing resources to support them in their education. Although workshops and resources are useful in the short term, they are impractical to sustain. To improve sustainability, content on this topic needs to be incorporated into midwifery and nursing curricula across Australia. PMID: 18653392 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1657238 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1657238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1657237&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18653393%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Keenan S From a Jungian perspective, there is a psychological pattern in the pregnancy, lactation, weaning and post-weaning process, which amounts to a 'physiological initiation' into motherhood, which is relatively unknown in current Western culture. This paper shows how this pattern in dream themes can be elucidated, forming an Inner Map of pregnancy. This map should help mothers better adjust to incipient motherhood, before the birth, and consequently help them to bond better with their babies. Building on the Inner Map, a research program is proposed into bone mineral metabolism post-weaning aimed at empirically grounding Jungian psychology. PMID: 18653393 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1657237 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1657237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1631199&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18619935%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Midwifery Practice Review process is currently being implemented and evaluated in Australia. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: The Midwifery Practice Review Project established a national validated process for assessing the ongoing competence of midwives. The resulting program helps to reinforce responsibility and accountability in the provision of quality midwifery care through safe and effective practice. PMID: 18619935 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1631199 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1631199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1560982&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18585992%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K The rules for writing a research report for publication are well defined but are much less clear for scholarly scientific papers. The purpose of this paper is to enable new writers to confidently apply the skills of scientific writing within a scholarly paper for publication. Similarities and differences between scientific argument and debating are discussed. Achieving the right 'tone' and emphasis in writing is considered. How to use the correct verb tense is outlined. The importance of a clearly defined question is explained. The elements of an effective scholarly paper are presented and examples given. The elements are the: question, thesis, introduction, body of the paper, conclusion and finally, an abstract. PMID: 18585992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (S... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1560982 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1560982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1551501&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18579461%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Midwives designed and implemented strategies that they believed would improve in-hospital postnatal care. PMID: 18579461 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1551501 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1551501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1446213&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18479990%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Men may suffer from psychological distress after childbirth and birth-related paternal depression is not a rare phenomenon. Since this disorder, also called 'paternal postpartum depression', presents potential deleterious effects for the child, an increased level of public health awareness and scientific interest is warranted. In addition, a more detailed assessment of fathers during the postnatal period is recommended, especially when their partners are also depressed, so that the condition will be promptly recognized and treated. PMID: 18479990 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1446213 Mon, 12 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1446213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1432620&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18463016%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: It becomes clear that the intense work women undertake as mothers in the nursery is focused on not only the infant, which might have been expected, but also the nursery staff. It is driven by their desire to develop or re-establish some sense of competence in the eyes of the nurse and to achieve control over the situation. Achieving physical closeness with the baby was a major strategy through which women not only learned about and gained intimate knowledge of their infant, but also demonstrated authority and ownership. It appears that reorientating the delivery of services from the infant to the mother-infant dyad would improve the care women and families receive during their nursery experience. PMID: 18463016 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1432620 Mon, 05 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1432620 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1423341&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18455489%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Skinner J PMID: 18455489 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1423341 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1423341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1407095&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18439890%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Monaghan J, Shorten A The national continuing professional development (CPD) program of the Australian College of Midwives, MidPLUS, was officially launched in September 2007. In our role as program developers we were dedicated to the belief that this national CPD program would be an important step for Australian midwives, and contribute to demonstrating a commitment to providing safe and effective care for Australian women and families. This paper outlines key issues involved in providing CPD programs for professional groups and highlights how this information was used in the decision making behind the design of MidPLUS. The key operational elements of CPD programs included program design, program administration and related professional issues. Important features and function... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1407095 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1407095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1245166&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18282754%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PROBLEM: Most midwives and nurses do not write for publication. Previous authors on this topic have focussed on the processes of writing and getting published. Although definitive English usage style guides exist, they are infrequently consulted by new midwifery authors. PURPOSE: To enable new writers to confidently apply the basic skills of scientific writing when preparing a paper for publication. OVERVIEW: The basic skills needed for scientific writing are the focus of this paper. The importance of careful word choices is discussed first. Next, the skills of writing sentences are presented. Finally, the skills of writing paragraphs are discussed. Examples of poor and better writing are given in relation to each of these basic elements. PMID: 18282754 [PubMed - as... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1245166 Sat, 16 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1245166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1234696&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18272448%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Barclay L This paper uses a feminist interpretation and secondary sources to describe the history of Australian midwifery from colonisation until the 1980s. There have been too few midwife scholars who have had access to or used primary data collections to describe the role and place of midwives in the colonising community. I draw on a range of biography, medical literature and work by sociologists and economic historians to produce a limited picture of the history of professional midwifery. This helps to explain the position of midwives today and the problematic relationship we often have with medicine. PMID: 18272448 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1234696 Mon, 11 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1234696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1207541&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18243836%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parratt JA, Fahy KM Since the subordination of midwifery by medicine and nursing in the 19th and 20th centuries the standard approach to childbirth has been dominated by rationality. This approach proceeds by creating dichotomies and then prioritising one half of the dichotomy whilst rejecting the opposite term. Rationality itself is prioritised, for example, by contrasting it with the rejected opposite: irrationality. Expert clinical practice is, however, increasingly identified as being inclusive of more than merely rational ways of knowing and behaving. This paper is based on a post-structural study concerning changes to women's embodied sense of self during childbearing. We expose the limitations of pure rationality in the context of childbirth and use the concept of safet... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1207541 Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1207541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1207540&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18243837%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 18243837 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1207540 Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1207540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1207543&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18243087%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ebert LM PMID: 18243087 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1207543 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1207543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1207542&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18243088%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A desire to provide continuity of care appears to be a major motivator for midwives to learn to undertake perineal repair. There is need for standards to be set for perineal repair to encourage consistency in education. Perineal repair programs that involve midwives and doctors training together have strong support from midwives but it is unclear if doctors would also support this. Further research is needed to support or refute the trend for midwives to not suture some perineal trauma. PMID: 18243088 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1207542 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1207542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1121782&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18162451%26dopt%3DAbstract This study found that all of the participant women decided to breastfeed well before the preterm birth, and despite the birth of a VLBW preterm infant continued to expect the breastfeeding experience to be normal regardless of the difference of the postpartum experience. It is without doubt that for these parents the pro-breastfeeding rhetoric is powerfully influential and thus successful in promoting breastfeeding. Furthermore, all participants expected breastfeeding to be 'natural' and satisfying. There is disparity between parents' expectations of breastfeeding 'naturally' and the commonplace reality of long-term breast expression and uncertain at-breast feeding outcomes. How the parents came to make the decision to breastfeed their unborn child - including the situations and experience... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1121782 Mon, 24 Dec 2007 05:00:00 +0100 1121782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1116221&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18155976%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Purcal NK This paper focuses on the introduction and development of midwifery education and training in Sydney during the last decades of the 19th century. The aim of the training, it is argued, was to displace the lay midwives by trained midwifery nurses who would work under medical control. The lay midwives were one of the largest occupational groups among women and two-thirds of births in NSW were being delivered by them in the late 19th century. It was a period of professionalisation of medicine and medical men laid claim to midwifery as a legitimate sphere of their practice and saw it as the gateway for establishing a family practice. The lay midwife stood in the way of their claim. The training programs were established purportedly to control maternal mortality. From the... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1116221 Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:00:00 +0100 1116221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1101522&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18083088%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Both survey methods are inaccurate, therefore inappropriate for evaluation of short-term changes of mortality rates. Surveys based on primary informants yield qualitative information about mothers' hardships important for the design of future maternal care interventions. PMID: 18083088 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1101522 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:00:00 +0100 1101522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1007358&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17981105%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fenwick J PMID: 17981105 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1007358 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 04:00:00 +0100 1007358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=989768&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17964235%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Within the context of the study setting, midwifery care for women following perinatal loss reflects the care components espoused in the literature. There are, however, organisational issues within health care that require commitment to continuity of care and further education of practitioners to enhance outcomes for clients. PMID: 17964235 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=989768 Wed, 24 Oct 2007 04:00:00 +0100 989768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=974344&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17951124%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rolls C, McGuinness B The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of women involved with Bachelor of Midwifery students enrolled at Australian Catholic University (ACU), Victoria in a Follow Through Journey Program. The study incorporated an exploratory descriptive design utilising semi-structured interviews. Seven women participated in the study. Data analysis identified four major themes. These are as follows: women and students in partnership; the student was for me; making a difference, and the system. Women were very satisfied with the Bachelor of Midwifery student Follow Through Journey Program because the outcome for them was an empowering pregnancy, birth and early parenting experience. PMID: 17951124 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women ... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=974344 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 04:00:00 +0100 974344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=928845&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17913612%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Waldenström U This paper was presented at a Health Conference in March 2007, celebrating the 150th birthday of the Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne. It discusses the definition of "normal childbirth", and the pros and cons of three medical technologies(a): caesarean section, epidural analgesia during labour and routine ultrasound screening during pregnancy, and whether clinical practices, in Australia and Sweden (author is Swedish), in relation to these methods are evidence based. It also discusses the impact of non-scientific reasons, such as anxiety, on clinical decision making. PMID: 17913612 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=928845 Mon, 01 Oct 2007 04:00:00 +0100 928845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=921813&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17904432%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ebert LM, Fahy K Smoking during pregnancy not only impacts on the woman's health but that of her unborn child. Women most likely to continue smoking throughout pregnancy are generally of lower age, socio-economic status, level of education and occupational status. Women who continue to smoke during pregnancy often feel criticized by society. They feel guilt and personal conflict at not quitting. Lack of long-term positive outcomes from anti-smoking campaigns may result form ignorance surrounding socio-economically disadvantaged women's life circumstances. Current interventions often ignore the emotional and psychological stressors associated with pregnancy; they do not address the altered physiological processes that occur during pregnancy. A review of the literature pertainin... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=921813 Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 921813 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=807366&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17702684%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 17702684 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=807366 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 807366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=807365&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17702685%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In order to increase patient satisfaction, the needs of the new family must be highlighted and more support and help provided to new parents on the postnatal ward. It is essential to have family oriented postnatal care and to give fathers the opportunity to stay overnight and involve them in the care of their newborn baby. PMID: 17702685 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=807365 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 807365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=752923&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17644503%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Carolan M, Kruger G, Brown V In the past decade, midwifery education has changed significantly in Australia. Previously, a nursing qualification (division 1) was required for entry into midwifery programs and on completion, graduands obtained a postgraduate diploma of midwifery. More recently, bachelor of midwifery programs have also been offered in Australia and currently, a considerable percentage of midwives are prepared for practice in this way. In Victoria, the bachelor of midwifery has been available since 2002, and at this time the third group of graduands are poised to enter the field. Implementation of the bachelor of midwifery program has given rise to many concerns about the development and applicability of this course. Concerns include: complexities of registration... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=752923 Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 752923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=714054&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17606425%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Findings from this study provide an opportunity for greater understanding of the first mothering experiences of women aged more than 35 years, particularly women with significant career investment. Greater understanding, in turn, may enable health professionals to identify specific needs and concerns of this cohort, and thus to provide more meaningful maternal support and woman sensitive care. PMID: 17606425 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=714054 Sat, 30 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 714054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=704526&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17597016%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Factors associated with safety, control, continuity of care and successful mothering are perceived as important for many women. Some women perceived limited birth choices. More needs be done to align the provision of maternity services with women's preferred care options. Given the small self-select, non-representative sample, results should be interpreted with caution. PMID: 17597016 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=704526 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 704526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=696969&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17588834%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Purcal N PMID: 17588834 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=696969 Fri, 22 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 696969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=659103&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17543845%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Williams G PMID: 17543845 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=659103 Wed, 06 Jun 2007 01:52:07 +0100 659103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=612420&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17499569%26dopt%3DAbstract The objectives of this study were to obtain knowledge and information on midwives' assessment and management practices of urinary incontinence in childbearing women and to explore midwives' knowledge of risk factors associated with developing urinary incontinence. A non-experimental descriptive research design was used, and participants were current members of the Victorian branch of the Australian College of Midwives. Data was obtained using a survey tool that contained both qualitative and quantitative questions. Key findings indicated that the majority of midwives do not assess women for urinary incontinence during the peripartum period and guidelines for bladder management in maternity services were lacking. PMID: 17499569 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=612420 Thu, 10 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 612420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=612421&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17499037%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: McKenna L, Rolls C Bachelor of Midwifery programs in the state of Victoria, Australia commenced in 2002 through an affiliation of three universities in Melbourne named the 'Werna Naloo Bachelor of Midwifery consortium'. The approach allowed for collaborative synergies in program delivery through offering online 'consortium' units each semester in addition to on-campus content at each university. It is now 5 years since the first cohort of students commenced the course. During those years, members of the consortium have experienced a range of challenges and tensions. This paper provides a reflection by the course coordinators from two remaining members of the consortium, Australian Catholic University and Monash University. It explores issues confronted, regulation and registra... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=612421 Wed, 09 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 612421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=599742&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17482900%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Homer C PMID: 17482900 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=599742 Fri, 04 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 599742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=581647&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17467355%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study underlines the need for better clinical evidence of the effects of epidurals and pharmacological agents introduced in labour. At a population level it demonstrates the magnitude of the fall in rates of unassisted vaginal birth in association with a cascade of interventions in labour and interventions at birth particularly amongst women with no identified risk markers and having their first baby. This information may be useful for women wanting to explore other methods of influencing the course of labour and the management of pain in labour, especially in their endeavour to achieve a normal vaginal birth. PMID: 17467355 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=581647 Thu, 26 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 581647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=535050&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17418656%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Priorities for research were identified and the need for a link between research and professional midwifery practice was highlighted. Midwives were positive about the possibility of becoming more actively involved in research and/or advocates for evidence based practice. The opportunity exists to take the broad priority areas from this study and develop research questions of relevance for the midwifery profession. PMID: 17418656 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=535050 Wed, 04 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 535050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527483&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17369116%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The introduction of a new private hospital birthing facility into the regional health area studied and the shift from public to private hospital birth had a profound impact on the overall birthing experiences of women in the region. This suggests that private hospital services are not a direct substitute for public hospital birthing services. The cascade effect was present for women regardless of risk category and more pronounced in the private hospital. Women who are privately insured require better information to assist them in choosing their birthing environment, rather than assuming that they are simply buying a comparable product through private insurance. PMID: 17369116 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527483 Fri, 16 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 527483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527484&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17368125%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hancock H Low birth weight in Aboriginal babies has become a persistent quandary as their average birth weight continues to be lower than that of non-Aboriginal babies. Arguments, reviews and research abound to explain this difference which is deemed unacceptable and needing resolution. A précis review of current theories and findings around low birth weight in Aboriginal babies is presented as a background for much needed alternative considerations of this issue. The low birth weight dilemma requires urgent rethinking of Aboriginal women's experiences and feelings of their pregnancies and possible effects on their unborn babies. There is a critical need for empowerment of Aboriginal women that goes beyond rhetoric and dominant ideologies about what is best for them and their... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527484 Wed, 14 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 527484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527494&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D16973426%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K This paper analyses the history of the subordination of midwifery to medicine and nursing. With the important exception of Evan Willis' work on medical dominance and Annette Summers' work on the takeover of midwifery by nursing, other histories of Australian midwifery have taken a neutral approach to issue of power and control. The aim of analysing this period is to identify the strategies of power that were used to subordinate midwifery. With increased consciousness of how power has operated in the past, midwives and woman of today can be more empowered when seeking to promote normal birth and midwifery models of care. Concepts of 'power', 'the state' and midwife are defined and discussed. A summary of the decline of midwifery and the rise of obstetrics in Europe and t... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527494 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527491&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17070125%26dopt%3DAbstract This article discusses the influence that professional socialisation can have on midwifery practice. Differences in beliefs and practices regarding the oral intake of labouring women were the basis for this paper's discussion. Midwives should be aware of the problems that may be caused by the socialisation processes experienced during the training and subsequent working life of a midwife which aim to procure obedience and unquestioning conformity. These attributes diminish the ability of midwives to challenge traditional practices and to make decisions based on the available research evidence and the preferences of women in their care. Basing practice on tradition or practice conventions rather than a formal guideline or an evidence-based policy may expose a midwife to potential litigation... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527491 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527489&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17127114%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lahood G Some contemporary women can experience non-ordinary states of consciousness when childbearing. The purpose of this paper is to bring a 'transpersonal' frame to these non-ordinary states of consciousness (hereafter: NOSC). Transpersonal psychology is an interdisciplinary movement in Western science that studies 'religious', 'peak' or 'healing' experiences in different cultures and social contexts. Between 2001 and 2006 in Auckland, New Zealand, while engaged in anthropological fieldwork, I collected stories from mothers, fathers, and midwives who had participated in transpersonal events during childbirth. I will compare the local women's NOSC with ethnographic accounts of spirit-possession and its relationship to indigenous midwifery then revisit and reconstruct the wi... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527489 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527488&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17127115%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Freeman LM, Griew K The active and passive voice allocated to women within maternity service guidelines helps construct the nature of decision making. The aim of this paper is to demonstrate that by allocating women an active voice within practice guidelines serves the interest of all parties within the health care relationship. Clinical guidelines were reviewed, and electronic databases and text were searched. The findings of this paper support that applying the principles of a shared decision making framework, within clinical practice guidelines, can assist the development of a partnership relationship between midwives and women. PMID: 17127115 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527488 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527487&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17174165%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The all-encompassing warmth associated with being enveloped in warm water cradled, supported, relaxed, comforted, soothed, sheltered and protected the women; it created a barrier and offered a sense of privacy. Water can be used in any form, even the act of thinking about, preparing for and anticipating the water opened possibilities for these women. The women used water to reduce their fear of pain and of childbirth itself; to cope with pain, not necessarily to remove or diminish pain; and to maintain control over the process of birth. The women indicated that it was not necessary to actually give birth in the water to achieve these benefits. Listening to the stories of women provides us with insights into what is important to them. Women's knowledge contributes an important p... Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527487 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=527486&cid=s_35377_138_f&fid=35377&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D17292682%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fahy K PMID: 17292682 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Women Birth) Women Birth journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=527486 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 527486