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Motivating paternal empathy and egalitarian attitudes to prevent maternal postpartum depressive symptoms: A randomized controlled trial

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of a motivation‐based intervention for fathers to enhance empathy and egalitarian gender‐role attitudes, aiming to prevent maternal postpartum depressive symptoms. Methods This was a single‐blind, parallel‐group randomized controlled trial conducted at a regional hospital in Japan.
Shuhei Terada, Ayako Morita, Aya Isumi, Chiharu Ugajin, Yu Par Khin, Shiori Shakagori, Takeo Fujiwara   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

A cross‐sectional study of caesarean deliveries performed by medical doctors and associate clinicians in nine district and regional hospitals in Sierra Leone using the Robson Ten Group Classification System

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Maternal and neonatal mortality remain high in Sierra Leone despite significant decline in the last decade. The aim of the present study was to evaluate obstetric care delivery using the Robson Ten Group Classification System (TGCS), focusing on caesarean delivery (CD) and task‐sharing.
Josien Westendorp, Rugiatu Jalloh, Sarrah Sheriff, Jenny Wussow, Guro Stamland, Sigrid‐Anne Bjorøy, Francis Moses, Marcus J. Rijken, Risa Hoffmann‐Lonnee, Håkon A. Bolkan, Alex J. van Duinen   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Beyond protocols: what are nurses’ lived experiences and perceived systemic barriers in central venous catheter management in a resource-limited tertiary hospital in Ghana? A qualitative study

BMJ Open
Objective To explore nurses’ experiences of central venous catheter (CVC) management in a resource-limited tertiary hospital.Design A qualitative exploratory-descriptive study using in-depth, semistructured interviews.Setting A low-resource tertiary care
Mohammed Rafik Rajah, Yakubu H. Yakubu
doaj   +1 more source

A tool to help midwives start families on healthy pathways

, 2005
Best practice standards recommend that babies breastfeed in the first hour of birth and that midwives help mothers begin breastfeeding. Research pertaining to the first breastfeed has predominantly examined outcomes associated with duration of the ...
Cooke, Marie, Dykes, F, Creedy, Debra, Cantrill, Ruth   +3 more
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Tommy’s Clinical Decision Support Tool: an intervention development and feasibility study to inform a future randomised controlled trial

Pilot and Feasibility Studies
Background The Tommy’s Clinical Decision Support Tool is a web-based application that is used to assess risk of preterm birth and placental dysfunction.
Jenny Carter, Dilly Anumba, Christy Burden, Siobhán Gillespie, Amy Howell, Andrew Judge, Erik Lenguerrand, Samantha Pérez Amack, Nicola Savory, Elaine Sheehan, Basky Thilaganathan, Maria Viner, Hannah Wilson, Cathy Winter, Jane Sandall, Tommy’s National Centre for Maternity Improvement   +15 more
doaj   +1 more source

Unmet job expectations and transition challenges of newly qualified nurses in Northern Ghana

Asian Journal of Medical Sciences
Background: The transition from nursing student to qualified staff is often stressful, particularly in resource-limited settings. In Northern Ghana, newly qualified nurses (NQNs) face unique challenges that may affect job expectations and satisfaction.
Abdul-Malik Abdulai , Samson Alhassan , Mohammed Iddrisu , Samuel Neetumah Sei , Safura Seidu , Mina Sapio , Iddrisu Abdulai , Abdul-Samed Mohammed   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

New Zealand and Canadian Midwives' Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

, 2009
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is widely used by women and midwives in maternity care despite the lack of strong evidence for safety or efficacy.
Foureur, M, Harding, D
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Evaluation of a novel fetal echocardiography training programme in two tertiary care obstetric Centres

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objectives Improving and maintaining high detection rates for major congenital heart disease (CHD) is a priority for successful prenatal anatomy screening programmes. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the utility of on‐site multidimensional targeted training in fetal cardiac screening. Methods A prospective study evaluating a
Fiona Cody, Orla Franklin, Caoimhe Lynch, Zara Molphy, Patrick Dicker, Fergal Malone, Fionnuala M. Breathnach   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

A review of baby skin care

, 2008
This article is not available through ChesterRep.This article describes and discusses the findings from a structured review of baby skin care and guidelines based on the best available evidence which was undertaken on behalf of the Royal College of ...
Steen, Mary, Macdonald, Susan
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Unveiling silent stories of women with stillbirth at Shai Osudoku District Hospital

Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinical Medicine
Background Stillbirth remains a prevalent issue worldwide, particularly affecting low-income and middle-income countries, where it brings immense sorrow and suffering to families, especially mothers.
Ophelia Nkansah, Evans Appiah Osei, Doris Richardson, Awube Menlah   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source