Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Regan N. Theiler, Yvonne Butler-Tobah, Matthew A. Hathcock, Abimbola Famuyide
Summary: Traditional prenatal care involves up to 13 in-person visits, while OB Nest is a telemedicine-enhanced program with fewer office visits. The cost implications of connected care services in prenatal care packages are unclear, but OB Nest was found to have lower provider costs and higher nursing costs in this study.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chloe R. McDonald, Andrea M. Weckman, Julie K. Wright, Andrea L. Conroy, Kevin C. Kain
Summary: The prenatal environment has a significant impact on fetal development and long-term health. Poor maternal health and various diseases during pregnancy can lead to cognitive, metabolic, and cardiovascular disorders in children and adults. Improving access to comprehensive antenatal care globally is necessary to protect the health and safety of women and children.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Social Issues
Annekatrin Skeide
Summary: This study examines the aesthetic dimensions of obstetrical surveillance practices through the lens of music in midwifery prenatal care. By comparing different orchestrations, it highlights the ways in which fetal heartbeat monitoring shapes relationships between fetuses and pregnant women in unique ways.
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & HUMAN VALUES
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Clemence Due, Moira Walsh, Isadora Aldam, Amelia Winter, Susan Cooper, Josephine Sheriff, Anna Ziersch
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between perinatal healthcare services and psychological wellbeing in African-background refugee mothers. It identifies the need for changes in healthcare provision to address the cultural and psychosocial resettlement needs of this population, with recommendations for improving perinatal healthcare services and overall health outcomes.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Teresa Janevic, Ellerie Weber, Frances M. Howell, Morgan Steelman, Mahima Krishnamoorthi, Ashley Fox
Summary: Disparities in access to timely prenatal care exist between immigrant women and US-born women. Exclusions from Medicaid eligibility based on immigration status may exacerbate these disparities.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alexander Testa, Jacqueline Lee, Daniel C. Semenza, Dylan B. Jackson, Kyle T. Ganson, Jason M. Nagata
Summary: Past research has shown that intimate partner violence (IPV) is associated with less adequate access to prenatal care. This study examines the association between physical IPV during and before pregnancy and the adequacy of prenatal care, as well as the barriers to prenatal care. The findings indicate that women with IPV exposure, especially those who experience IPV before and during pregnancy, are more likely to experience inadequate prenatal care and face various barriers to accessing care.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ke Pan, Elaina Gonsoroski, Christopher K. Uejio, Leslie Beitsch, Samendra P. Sherchan, Maureen Y. Lichtveld, Emily W. Harville
Summary: This study uses aerial imagery to examine the effects of natural disasters on perinatal outcomes and access to prenatal care. The results suggest that women living in areas with greater damage are more likely to experience adverse perinatal outcomes and have reduced access to prenatal care.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
S. Marie Harvey, Lisa P. Oakley, Susannah E. Gibbs, Shyama Mahakalanda, Jeff Luck, Jangho Yoon
Summary: The study showed that Medicaid expansion in Oregon was associated with increased utilization of timely and adequate prenatal care among low-income women, highlighting the positive effects of expanding Medicaid on women's healthcare access.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Erica L. Eliason, Jamie R. Daw
Summary: This study assessed the impact of presumptive eligibility on prenatal care. The results showed that the implementation of presumptive eligibility in Kansas did not lead to overall changes in prenatal care. However, it was associated with an increase in early prenatal care among individuals with lower education.
HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Pamela D. Browne, Rineke Bossenbroek, Arne Kluft, Emilie M. A. van Tetering, Carolina de Weerth
Summary: This study found that only a small percentage of pregnant women in a Dutch community sample received treatment for symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, with the main reason for not engaging in treatment being the perception of these symptoms as a natural part of pregnancy. Referral by midwives was identified as the main facilitator for treatment uptake.
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Wendy Pringle, Devon Greyson, Janice E. Graham, Eve Dube, Hana Mitchell, Marie-eve Trottier, Robyn Berman, Margaret L. Russell, Shannon E. MacDonald, Julie A. Bettinger
Summary: Vaccination uptake during pregnancy is lower in Canada compared to other countries. Trusted perinatal healthcare providers recommending vaccines is a crucial opportunity to improve vaccination rates and boost confidence. This study aims to identify barriers and opportunities to vaccine administration and counseling in midwifery care. Interviews and document reviews revealed logistical, interprofessional, and information barriers, along with potential interventions in logistics, training, and client information materials to address these barriers and integrate midwives into the provision and recommendation of vaccines in perinatal care across Canada.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Marcin Orzechowski, Cristian Timmermann, Katarzyna Woniak, Oxana Kosenko, Galina Lvovna Mikirtichan, Alexandr Zinovievich Lichtshangof, Florian Steger
Summary: The study explores the opinions and attitudes of gynecologists in Germany, Poland, and Russia on prenatal testing, highlighting challenges such as inadequate resources, information quality, and ethical issues. The connection of prenatal medicine with the politically and socially contentious issue of pregnancy termination is visible in all three countries.Respondents focus on issues such as routine testing ethics in Germany, and fair access to testing in Poland and Russia.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Amy M. Inkster, Iciar Fernandez-Boyano, Wendy P. Robinson
Summary: Sex differences in perinatal complications, influenced by gene expression and gonadal steroid hormones, play a significant role in placental function and pregnancy outcomes. Consideration of sex differences is important when developing diagnostic or risk prediction tools for such complications.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Dragana Ceprnja, Michael Lawless, Pranee Liamputtong, Amitabh Gupta, Lucy Chipchase
Summary: This study described the care needs of women with pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain based on the Caring Life-Course Theory. It highlighted the additional burden of pain during pregnancy and emphasized the importance of self-management strategies and care from others. The findings underscored the need for more information and attention from healthcare professionals to assist women in managing their condition effectively.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Denisse S. Holcomb, Yolande Pengetnze, Ashley Steele, Albert Karam, Catherine Spong, David B. Nelson
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate perinatal outcomes and barriers to prenatal care among pregnant women, finding that women without prenatal care had significantly higher risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes. These women resided in areas with higher dependence on public transportation, indicating a need for alternative resources to reduce barriers to prenatal care access.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY MFM
(2021)
Review
Nursing
Mary Carolan-Olah, Maria Duarte-Gardea, Julia Lechuga
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2015)
Article
Nursing
Mary Carolan-Olah, Gina Kruger, Annette Garvey-Graham
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Mary Carolan-Olah, Cheryl Steele, Gillian Krenzin
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2015)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ladawan Panpanit, Mary Carolan-Olah, Terence V. McCann
Review
Nursing
Mary C. Carolan-Olah
Article
Nursing
Vidanka Vasilevski, Mary Carolan-Olah
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2016)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Mary Carolan-Olah, Gina Kruger, Vera Brown, Felicity Lawton, Melissa Mazzarino
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2016)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Padaphet Sayakhot, Mary Carolan-Olah, Cheryl Steele
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2016)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Minerva Kyei-Nimakoh, Mary Carolan-Olah, Terence V. McCann
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2016)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Padaphet Sayakhot, Mary Carolan-Olah
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2016)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Padaphet Sayakhot, Mary Carolan-Olah
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2016)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mary Carolan-Olah, Vidanka Vasilevski, Cate Nagle, Nigel Stepto
Summary: This project aimed to develop and evaluate an eHealth intervention to promote healthy lifestyle for pregnant women. The intervention was well received by most participants and achieved encouraging results prior to improvements.
INTERNET INTERVENTIONS-THE APPLICATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL AND BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Vidanka Vasilevski, Mary Carolan-Olah
Summary: This study explores the experiences of first-year midwifery students during clinical placements and their needs and expectations for peer-mentoring programs. The findings highlight the students' desire for more practical and theoretical learning opportunities during placements and the potential of peer-mentoring to address these needs and knowledge gaps.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mary Carolan-Olah, Vidanka Vasilevski
Summary: This study validated the 'Knowledge of GDM' questionnaire, demonstrating its reliability and validity in measuring GDM knowledge, nutrition values, and self-management principles among pregnant women with recently diagnosed GDM.
PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mary Carolan-Olah, Maria Duarte-Gardea, Julia Lechuga, Silvia Salinas-Lopez
SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE
(2017)
Article
Nursing
Khalood Al-abri, Dawn Edge, Christopher J. Armitage
Summary: This study examines changes in depressive symptoms throughout the perinatal period in a Middle Eastern cohort. The results show distinct groups of women experiencing perinatal depressive symptoms, influenced by various psychosocial and obstetric factors. In addition to known factors, the study also identifies the importance of family relationship quality. Further research is needed to develop appropriate interventions for these groups.
Article
Nursing
Twinkle Dogra, Kavita Khoiwal, Jaya Chaturvedi, Vikas Upadhyay, Suresh Lal Barnwal, Ajeet Singh Bhadoria, Poonam Singh
Summary: This study aimed to design and validate a yoga module for the mental health management of early postpartum mothers in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Through validation and testing, the study found that the yoga module had good content validity for NICU mothers' mental health.
Article
Nursing
Lucy C. Irvine, Georgia Chisnall, Cecilia Vindrola-Padros
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic in England has resulted in significant changes to maternity services, including restrictions on birth partners, postnatal support, and women's rights. Interviews with women who gave birth during this period revealed that these restrictions had a profound negative impact on their emotional and physical wellbeing. Women were more concerned about giving birth alone than contracting COVID-19, and some sought private care or delayed seeking NHS services to have the birth experience they desired.
Review
Nursing
Jenny Roddy, Linda Mcgowan
Summary: Type 1 diabetes poses risks for pregnant individuals and their babies. How women with type 1 diabetes navigate the challenges and engage with healthcare professionals is crucial for maintaining good glycemic control. This review examines literature from the past decade and identifies key themes including the dominance of glycemic control, emphasis on risk, importance of social and peer support, care organization and communication, and the impact of technology. Women with type 1 diabetes value being treated as partners in their care and benefit from support from family, friends, and the diabetes community. Research on the impact of diabetes technologies and integrating peer support into current care is needed.
Article
Nursing
Rafael Vila-Candel, Desiree Mena-Tudela, Cristina Franco-Antonio, Jose Antonio Quesada, Francisco Javier Soriano-Vidal
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of the mobile application LactApp (R) in increasing the 6-month postpartum breastfeeding rate. However, the findings showed that using LactApp (R) did not significantly increase the breastfeeding rate compared to standard care. Nevertheless, it did seem to reduce the rate of breastfeeding abandonment in the first 2 weeks postpartum.
Correction
Nursing
J. Scheele, H. W. Harmsen van der Vliet-Torij, E. M. Wingelaar-Loomans, M. J. B. M. Goumans