Childbirth Education Class and Birth Plans Are Associated with a Vaginal Delivery
ConclusionAttending CBE class and/or having a birth plan were associated with a vaginal delivery. These findings suggest that patient education and birth preparation may influence the mode of delivery. CBE and birth plans could be used as quality improvement tools to potentially decrease cesarean rates. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - November 14, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Yalda Afshar, Erica T. Wang, Jenny Mei, Tania F. Esakoff, Margareta D. Pisarska, Kimberly D. Gregory Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Mode of Delivery and Long ‐Term Health‐Related Quality‐of‐Life Outcomes: A Prospective Population‐Based Study
ConclusionsAmong mothers of term‐born infants, cesarean delivery without maternal or fetal compromise is associated with poorer long‐term health‐related quality of life in comparison to spontaneous vaginal delivery. Further longitudinal studies are needed to understand the magnitude, trajectory, and underpinning mechanisms of health‐related quality‐of‐life outcomes following different modes of delivery. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - November 13, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Stavros Petrou, Sung Wook Kim, Penny McParland, Elaine M. Boyle Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Does Australia's Health Policy Environment Create Unintended Outcomes for Birthing Women?
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Source: Birth - October 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Amie Steel, Jon Adams, Jane Frawley, Jon Wardle, Alex Broom, Mary Sidebotham, David Sibbritt Tags: Commentary Source Type: research
Indications for Cesarean Delivery in Mexico: Evaluation of Appropriate Use and Justification
DiscussionThe indications for cesarean related to labor dynamics were those least supported. Not having had a prior birth poses the greatest risk of having a poorly supported indication for a cesarean delivery. It would be prudent to institute audits, and greater requirements for and surveillance of documentation for cesarean delivery indications. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - October 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Juan Carlos Aranda ‐Neri, Leticia Suárez‐López, Lisa M. DeMaria, Dilys Walker Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Cost Analysis of Following Up Incomplete Low ‐Risk Fetal Anatomy Ultrasounds
ConclusionsThe clinical yield of performing follow‐up ultrasounds because of suboptimal views on low‐risk second‐trimester ultrasounds is low. Since so few fetal abnormalities were identified on follow‐up scans, this added cost and patient burden may not be warranted. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Karen O'Brien, Scott A. Shainker, Anna M. Modest, Melissa H. Spiel, Nina Resetkova, Neel Shah, Michele R. Hacker Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Midwives ’ Management during the Second Stage of Labor in Relation to Second‐Degree Tears—An Experimental Study
ConclusionIt is possible to reduce second‐degree tears among primiparous women with the use of a multifaceted midwifery intervention without increasing the prevalence of episiotomy. Furthermore, the intervention is possible to employ in larger maternity wards with midwives caring for women with both low‐ and high‐risk pregnancies. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Malin Edqvist, Ingegerd Hildingsson, Margareta Mollberg, Ingela Lundgren, Helena Lindgren Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
The Role of Trust in CenteringPregnancy: Building Interpersonal Trust Relationships in Group ‐Based Prenatal Care in The Netherlands
ConclusionsProcesses of trust were interwoven within various CP group dynamics. Trust facilitated social support which in turn enabled reassurance and the building of women's self‐confidence. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Liselotte Kweekel, Trudie Gerrits, Marlies Rijnders, Patrick Brown Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
The Effect of Perineal Lacerations on Pelvic Floor Function and Anatomy at 6 Months Postpartum in a Prospective Cohort of Nulliparous Women
ConclusionWomen having second‐degree lacerations are not at increased risk for pelvic floor dysfunction other than increased pain, and slightly lower sexual function scores at 6 months postpartum. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Lawrence Leeman, Rebecca Rogers, Noelle Borders, Dusty Teaf, Clifford Qualls Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Nativity, Country of Education, and Mexican ‐Origin Women's Breastfeeding Behaviors in the First 10 Months Postpartum
In this study, we investigate the current and exclusive breastfeeding patterns of Mexican‐origin women at four time points from delivery to 10 months postpartum to determine the combined association of nativity and country of education with breastfeeding duration and supplementation.
MethodsData are from the Postpartum Contraception Study, a prospective cohort study of postpartum women ages 18–44 recruited from three hospitals in Austin and El Paso, Texas. We included Mexican‐origin women who were born in either the United States or Mexico in the analytic sample (n = 593).
ResultsWomen completing schooling in Mexico ...
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: C. Emily Hendrick, Joseph E. Potter Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
A Predictive Model for Cesarean Among Low ‐Risk Nulliparous Women in Spontaneous Labor at Hospital Admission
ConclusionsAmong nulliparous women without apparent risk for cesarean at the time of hospital admission, cesarean delivery can be predicted with 70 percent accuracy using routinely collected information. Tailoring intrapartum care to promote vaginal birth according to a prediction model for cesarean risk deserves further study among apparently low risk women. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Patricia A. Janssen, Jozette J. C. Stienen, Rollin Brant, Gillian E. Hanley Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Peri ‐Conceptual and Mid‐Pregnancy Alcohol Consumption: A Comparison between Areas of High and Low Deprivation in Scotland
ConclusionsHeavy episodic and frequent consumption was more common in the lower deprivation area, in contrast with general population data. Eliciting a detailed alcohol history at the antenatal booking visit, and not simply establishing whether the woman is currently drinking, is essential. Inconsistent messages about the effects of alcohol in pregnancy may have contributed to the mixed picture we found concerning peri‐conceptual and mid‐pregnancy alcohol consumption. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 31, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Andrew Symon, Jean Rankin, Hazel Sinclair, Geraldine Butcher, Lesley Smith, Rhona Gordon, Lynda Cochrane Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Public Opinions About Infant Feeding in the United States
DiscussionThe nutritional value of breastmilk is well known. Fewer adults believe that breastfeeding protects against childhood overweight or that formula feeding increases the chance of infant illness. Communication efforts may increase public awareness of the health benefits of breastfeeding. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 29, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Jennifer M. Nelson, Ruowei Li, Cria G. Perrine, Kelley S. Scanlon Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Electronic Fetal Monitoring and Cesarean Birth: A Scoping Review
ConclusionsIn general, the research on this topic suggests an association between the use of EFM and cesarean birth; however, more well‐designed studies are needed to examine benefits of EFM versus auscultation, determine if EFM is associated with use of other technologies that could cumulatively increase risk of cesarean birth, and understand provider motivation to use EFM over auscultation. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 27, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Mary T. Paterno, Kathleen McElroy, Mary Regan Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research
Supporting Women Planning a Vaginal Breech Birth: An International Survey
ConclusionThe women who responded to this international survey sought the option of a vaginal breech birth, were subsequently happy with this decision, and would attempt a vaginal breech birth in their next pregnancy. Access to vaginal breech birth is important for some women; however, this choice may be challenging to achieve. Consistent information and support from clinicians is important to assist decision‐making. (Source: Birth)
Source: Birth - August 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Karolina Petrovska, Nicole P. Watts, Christine Catling, Andrew Bisits, Caroline S.E. Homer Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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Source: Birth - August 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Kellie Thiessen, Nathan Nickel, Heather J. Prior, Ankona Banerjee, Margaret Morris, Kristine Robinson Tags: Letter Source Type: research
