Why are caesarean section rates so high in facilities in Mali and Benin?
ConclusionsWe found high c-section rates in facilities in Mali and Benin, particularly for low-risk women and for women with a previous c-section. Further investigations should be carried out to understand why the c-section rates are so high in these facilities. Strategies must be implemented to avoid unnecessary c-sections, which potentially lead to further complications, particularly in countries with high fertility rates. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Associations of gender role attitudes with fertility intentions: A Japanese population-based study on single men and women of reproductive ages
ConclusionsJapanese society has not shifted away from the traditional division of labor despite the increase in female labor force participation. Low fertility intentions among Japanese men and women with egalitarian attitudes suggest that institutional support for balancing work and family may be necessary to improve the low fertility trend. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Development and validation of the Midwife Profiling Questionnaire assessing women’s preferred perinatal care professional and knowledge of midwives’ legal competences
ConclusionsWe developed a valid instrument to elicit women’s preferred health professional for uncomplicated pregnancy, labour and childbirth and to determine their knowledge about midwives’ legal competences. Our instrument can be valuable in identifying knowledge gaps and improving the knowledge of the general population about the midwifery profession and maternity care. Finally, the MidProQ may improve research in the domain of maternity care culture, scale up midwifery and facilitate a more women-centred care. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Providers perspective and geographic and institutional factors associated with family planning counseling
ConclusionsPhysical space exclusively for the provision of FP counseling and the availability of manuals were not associated with adequate counseling. There is a need to address the social and cultural influences on the quality of counseling in these healthcare facilities. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
The situation for female survivors of non-partner sexual violence: A focused enquiry of Somali young women’s views, knowledge and opinions
ConclusionThe study raises awareness of the dilemmas which may be faced by young women subjected to non-partner sexual violence and healthcare providers in the intersection between state and traditional norms. Education is a key when it comes to a young woman considering the use of the services available in a society where traditional problem-solving is relied on parallel to state-based support. State-based functions, communities and families need to work together to provide comprehensive support to young female survivors of non-partner sexual violence in Somaliland. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Opportunities, challenges and strategies when building a midwifery profession. Findings from a qualitative study in Bangladesh and Nepal
Conclusion and clinical applicationThis study demonstrated that building a midwifery profession requires a political comprehensive collaborative approach supported by a political commitment. Through bringing professionals together in a professional association will bring a professional status. Global standards and guidelines need to be contextualized into national policies and plans where midwives are included as part of the national health workforce. This is a key for creating recognized midwives with a protected title to autonomously practice midwifery, to upholding the sexual and reproductive health and rights for women...
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Caseload midwifery for women with fear of birth is a feasible option
ConclusionOffering a modified caseload midwifery model of care seems to be a feasible option for women with elevated levels of childbirth fear as well as for midwives working in antenatal clinics as it reduces fear of childbirth for most women. Women were satisfied with the model of care and with the care provided. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
What influences university students to seek sexually transmitted infection testing?: A qualitative study in New Zealand
Conclusion: This study highlights important drivers for STI testing, which may aid the design of public health campaigns. It also underlines that school-based education could provide stronger foundations with regards to STIs and their prevention. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Husband's role in handling pregnancy complications in Mangochi District, Malawi: A call for increased focus on community level male involvement
ConclusionsHusbands are important decision makers regarding seeking healthcare for pregnancy complications because of their economic and symbolic power and despite their limited access to knowledge of maternal health. Maternal healthcare seeking practices would benefit from wives gaining an empowered role as well as improved knowledge of maternal health among husbands. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Homebirth organised in a caseload midwifery model with affiliation to a Danish university hospital – A descriptive study
ConclusionThe majority of the women included in this study experienced a vaginal birth including those being transferred from home to hospital. Main reasons for being transferred were slow labor progress and rupture of membranes>18 h. The majority of those being transferred were nulliparous women and most transfers happened during birth. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Perceived responsibility for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection prevention among young African American men: An exploratory focus group study
This study aims to understand African American male teenagers’ views on pregnancy prevention responsibility by qualitatively exploring their attitudes around contraception and condom responsibility. We conducted exploratory qualitative focus groups on perceived contraceptive and condom responsibility with 24 African American male high school students, ages 14–19, enrolled in charter schools in the South Side of Chicago. Research domains included relationship type, communication with female partners, perceived responsibility for pregnancy prevention, condom and contraceptive behaviors, and contraceptive knowledge. Data ...
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and use among adolescent mothers in the Cook Islands
Publication date: June 2018Source: Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare, Volume 16Author(s): Ashley L. White, Emily S. Mann, Fiona LarkanAbstractBackgroundWhile the adverse health outcomes and broader economic and social factors associated with adolescent motherhood are well documented globally, limited research on unplanned pregnancy and birth among young women in Pacific Island nations exists. The study addresses this gap in the literature by examining the social and contextual factors that inform contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and use among young women in the Cook Islands.MethodsIndividual, in-depth interviews were con...
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Fear of birth in clinical practice: A structured review of current measurement tools
Publication date: June 2018Source: Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare, Volume 16Author(s): Yana Richens, Debbie M. Smith, Dame Tina LavenderAbstractTo identify measurement tools which screen for the presence of fear of birth (FOB) and to determine the most effective tool/s for use in clinical practice.Fear or birth (FOB) is internationally recognised as a cause for increasing concern, despite a lack of consensus on a definition or optimal measure of assessment. There is a wide array of FOB measurement tools, however little clarity on which tool should be used to screen for FOB in clinical practice. This review explores the u...
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Women’s experiences with early pregnancy loss in the emergency room: A qualitative study
ConclusionsER care for women experiencing suspected or confirmed EPL may not be addressing the emotional needs and knowledge gaps of women. Patient education, emotional support, and clear plans for outpatient follow up are critical. Further research is needed to guide interventions to improve care. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
Perceptions of adolescent ‘simulated clients’ on barriers to seeking contraceptive services in health centers and pharmacies in Mexico
ConclusionsWhen healthcare professionals fail to provide services according to the World Health Organization’s five basic criteria of adolescent friendly care, adolescents perceive important barriers in their access to contraceptive methods. Quality of sexual health care in Mexico would benefit from efforts to improve healthcare professionals’ knowledge, attitudes and skills related to adolescent friendly service delivery. (Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - July 5, 2018 Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research
