Research and resources for perinatal professionals.
November 27, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
The Harvard T.H. Chan School for Public Health is offering a free webinar "What happens if she screens positive for postpartum depression? Moving postpartum care from screening to treatment and beyond." Register now.
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November 20, 2018 | by: Henci Goer, BA
Effect of Immediate vs Delayed Pushing on Rates of Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery Among Nulliparous Women Receiving Neuraxial Analgesia: A Randomized Clinical Trial - a deeper dive to see if its conclusions hold up to closer scrutiny.
November 17, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
There is a new Cochrane Review that was published earlier this week "Omega-3 fatty acid addition during pregnancy" that determined that increasing the intake of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFA) during pregnancy reduces the risk of premature births.
November 13, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
As childbirth educators and birth professionals, we can do a small but important part to make all of the people in our classes feel comfortable and welcome. Using gender-neutral language is something we can do to welcome gender-diverse people.
November 08, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
Having art on the walls that reflect the journeys of the pregnant families who come through my classroom is an added bonus and fun to collate. Do you have art that supports your teaching where you work?
November 06, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
Our newest webinar offering is scheduled for next week, on Monday, November 12th, 2018 at 4 PM EST. Complementary Therapies, Antenatal Education and Labor Experience: Analyzing the Outcomes and Economic Analysis will be presented by Kate Levett.
November 01, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
Studies are being conducted that aim to determine if there are benefits to a newborn being exposed to their parent's vaginal flora. Should parents explore microbiome seeding of their cesarean born newborn with vaginal secretions from the birthing parent?
October 30, 2018 | by: Stacie Marie Bingham, LCCE, CD(DONA), CBS
When it comes to birth, the brain isn’t far away. Utilizing novel activities peaks people’s attention. Playing with small toys, shaping Play-Doh, or eating a sweet treat couples a creative activity with a meaningful message – and families are more likely to remember the main idea.
October 27, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
The Lancet Series shows that the global rate of cesarean birth has doubled in the past 15 years to 21%, and is increasing annually by 4%. It is estimated that there are 6.2 million unnecessary cesareans done each year. China and Brazil together make up half of this number.
October 23, 2018 | by: Sharon Muza, BS, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), CLE
The past few weeks have seen lots of interesting news and tidbits that impact (or have the potential to impact) birthing families both in the United States and on a global level.
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