ABSTRACT Although much research focuses on the effects of hyperglycemia during pregnancy on maternal and offspring health, this narrative review specifically centers on the role of insulin resistance (IR) in pregnancy complications and offspring long‐term health.
Runyu Du, Fei Wang, Ling Li, Qiuyue Wang
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Navigating the care of preterm babies: physical care challenges and psychosocial stressors of adolescent mothers in Ghana. [PDF]
Lomotey AY, James S, Ricks E.
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Abstract This study examines the relationship between fertility and social policies across countries within the European Union. Using European Union Statistics on Income and Living Conditions (EU‐SILC) data from 2005 to 2020, the research investigates how increases and reductions in family allowances are connected to the likelihood of subsequent births
Andrea Barigazzi +2 more
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Randomized controlled trial investigating the effect of a childbirth and parenting booklet intervention on paternal postpartum depression risk. [PDF]
Ichinose Y +6 more
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Abstract It is well established that women's labor force participation drops markedly with marriage and childbearing, however, little is known about women's labor market transitions, especially in developing countries. This article uses the Indonesian Family Life Survey to track the employment histories of over 5000 women for more than 20 years ...
Lisa Cameron +2 more
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Association between maternal age at childbirth and children's internalising problems in the USA: a cross-sectional mediation analysis of housing instability and family support using the 2022 National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH). [PDF]
Li MM +6 more
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Beyond Usual Suspects: Revisiting Barriers to Childbearing Decisions in a Low Fertility Setting
Abstract Fertility rates in developed countries have declined to historically low levels, yet the reasons remain incompletely understood. This study examines the relative importance of diverse macro contextual constraints on childbearing intentions among young adults (aged 20–35) in Poland, a country emblematic of Europe's fertility decline.
Anna Kurowska +2 more
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Comparative efficacy of two kangaroo care scheduling methods on depressed mood and mental health in birthing parents of preterm infants: a randomized clinical trial. [PDF]
Amzajerdi A +5 more
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National Identity and Fertility Intentions: Evidence from Hungary
Abstract This paper examines the association between national identity, defined as individuals’ cognitive and emotional attachment to the nation, and fertility intentions. A form of social identity, national identity shapes everyday interactions and choices, and individuals with a strong national identity are more likely to adjust their behavior and to
Dávid Erát
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Empowering health literacy in mothers of premature infants during the post-discharge period: a qualitative comparison of nurses' and mothers' perspectives through digital health platforms. [PDF]
Atefeh S +3 more
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