Research and resources for perinatal professionals.
October 06, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
All pregnant women deserve to have access to compassionate, evidence-based maternity care which inherently supports the normalcy of labor and birthand remains poised to effectively handle the occasional circumstance when birth strays from normal. They deserve to be cared for by well-trained m
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October 04, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
Recently, there have been some new studies looking at the impact of serum levels of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in expectant mothers, and health outcomes for their babies. PBDEs are common flame retardants found in household furnishings, appliances, textiles, paints, and electronics
September 29, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
Last week, we highlighted the highly talked about study pertaining to fear of childbirth and its downstream consequences, published recently in the Scandinavian journal Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica. This week, I'd like to draw your attention to some other interesting stu
September 27, 2011 | by: Amy M. Romano, RN,CNM
[Editor's note: This article by Amy Romano was originally posted on Childbirth Connection's Transforming Maternity Care site, September 12, 2011 and is re-purposed with permission.] When I recently updated Childbirth Connections VBAC or Repeat C-Section Topic to reflect the findings of a
September 26, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
The ResearchSeveral interesting studies have recently been published in the Scandinavian journal, Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica (some of which I will cover in a subsequent post). The greatest one of interest, which has garnered much media attention lately is the study about fea
September 22, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
The Trig Medical company has a seemingly altruistic goal in mind: to reduce the risks involved with childbirth while improving the outcome of pregnancy and lowering the overall cost of obstetrical care. Their newest product promises nothing short of this. The LaborPro is an ultrasound-ba
September 22, 2011 | by: Liz M. Demaere, RN,BN, LCCE
New technology claims to be a "breakthrough in non-invasive labor progress monitoring," using ultrasound and GPS-like imaging to determine pelvic diameter, cervical dilation, and the position and descent of the baby. LaborPro claims that their advanced technology can reduce inaccuracies inherent in
September 21, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
[Editor's note: I was recently contacted by a PhD student at Texas Tech University who is working with a professor at the University of Georgia to research pregnant women's experiences at work. The research team is seeking to understand how organizations can do a better job at helping pregnant women
September 16, 2011 | by: Kimmelin Hull, PA, LCCE
Debra Pascali-Bonaro is amazing. Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Organization (IMBCO), Debra's magnetism and enthusiasm precede her upon entering a room.Here at the Lamaze 2011 conference, we just had the opportunity to spend the last 90 minutes hearing Debra talk about the IM
September 15, 2011 | by: Edith Kernerman
Bottles¦Ok, a tough one to tackle. Bottles are such a normal part of our society. We see them everywherein baby books, on pillow cases and sheet sets, receiving blankets, diapers, t-shirts, on the news when they are talking about babies, in the mall to indicate a family room or diaper area
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