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Experiences of Preceptors in Underserved Areas: A National Qualitative Study

open access: yesJournal of Midwifery &Women's Health, EarlyView.
Introduction Clinical education of midwifery students depends on preceptors to guide students’ transition from theoretical knowledge to safe beginning practice. However, there is limited information on the experiences for clinical preceptors working in sites serving rural and medically underserved communities.
Cara Busenhart   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development and Evaluation of an Immersive Simulation Using Interactive Video for Guided Tour of the Birthing Room: A Methodological Study

open access: yesJournal of Clinical Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To develop and evaluate an immersive simulation using interactive video scenario for guided tour of the birthing room. Background Establishing a prior connection between pregnant women and the maternity unit is a strategy to humanize childbirth.
Roger Rodrigues da Silva   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

How Gender Bias Shapes Promotion Aspirations

open access: yesLABOUR, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study examines the relationship between employees' gender biases, defined as the belief that men are better suited for managerial positions than women are, and promotion aspirations using online survey data (N = 939). Probit and instrumental variables approaches are used to address the potential endogeneity of gender bias.
Tomo Nishimura   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Distinct effects of fibromyalgia pain, depression and anxiety on perception of affective touch and pain

open access: yesThe Journal of Physiology, EarlyView.
Abstract figure legend Patients with fibromyalgia (FM) and no‐pain controls completed questionnaire‐based ratings of chronic pain, childhood trauma, anxiety and depression. Brief touch stimuli were then administered, including slow brushing at the C‐tactile optimal velocity of 3 cm/s, deep oscillating pressure with a compression sleeve, roboticized ...
Benedetta Albinni   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Barriers in Accessing Postpartum Mental Health Care and Coping Strategies Among Migrant and Refugee Women With Postpartum Depression

open access: yesPublic Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2026.
Migrant and refugee mothers experiencing postpartum depression (PPD) encounter interconnected cultural, linguistic, healthcare, financial, family, and immigration‐related barriers to help‐seeking. Nevertheless, family and partner support, spirituality, community networks, culturally relevant support, physical activities, and personal resilience provide
Marjia Sultana   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Perceived childbirth self-efficacy among pregnant women: Concept analysis

open access: yes
The concept analysis of perceived childbirth self-efficacy among pregnant women explores the multifaceted nature of women's beliefs in their capability to effectively manage the process of childbirth.
Tesfahun Simon Hadaro
core   +1 more source

Improving Breastfeeding Knowledge, Self-Efficacy and Intent through a Prenatal Education Program [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
The numerous health benefits of breastfeeding have been widely acknowledged. Evidence from the literature overwhelmingly indicates that breastfeeding is the optimal form of feeding and is globally accepted as the gold standard for infant nutrition ...
Damstra, Kelli Marie, Damstra, Kelli M.
core  

Effectiveness of immersive virtual reality‐based interventions for alleviating peri‐ and post‐procedural pain and anxiety in gynecologic settings: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials

open access: yesInternational Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 175, Issue 2, Page 565-583, November 2026.
Abstract Background Non‐pharmacological and complementary therapeutic, notably immersive virtual reality‐based interventions (IVR), could alleviate pain and anxiety associated with gynecologic procedures. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of IVR in reducing peri‐ and post‐procedural pain and anxiety in gynecologic procedures.
Cristina González‐Lara   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Breastfeeding self-efficacy among new mothers: Associations with childbirth experience, family intimacy, and postpartum lactation yield

open access: yes
This study explores the relationship between breastfeeding self-efficacy, childbirth experience, family intimacy, and postpartum lactation yield in 168 mothers who gave birth at Hefei Maternal and Child Health Hospital.
Xinju Li, Qi Wu, Li Huang, Hongfeng Zhu
core   +1 more source

Can Health Literacy Empower Pregnant Women? Examining Its Role in Self‐Care Practices: A Cross‐Sectional Study [PDF]

open access: yesHealth Sci Rep
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Health literacy is an important determinant of maternal health and may influence improving pregnancy outcomes. This study aimed to assess the health literacy levels of pregnant women and explore their relationship with empowerment and self‐care practices.
Rezaee Z   +4 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

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