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The research that inspired me: Mary Steen
I remember seeing Professor James Walker presenting a lecture in the late 1980s and asking an important question: ‘Why were pregnant women being admitted to the antenatal ward when they could just as easily be seen and treated in an antenatal ...
Secondhand smoke exposure during pregnancy in developing countries
Exposure to tobacco smoke during pregnancy poses serious but avoidable risk to fetal development leading to stillbirth, congenital malformations and low birthweight.
Clinicians’ views of factors influencing CS decision-making
There is limited explanation for the increasing rates of CS globally. Despite having evidence that vaginal birth is safer for most women, and associated with fewer complications compared to CS, many countries continue to have a rising trend ...
Day and time of birth and mode of onset and birth
Studies of daily variations in numbers of births in England and Wales in the last three decades of the 20th century revealed a pronounced weekly cycle.
Blown off course
Midwifery student drop-out rates can be high, but why do some students fall away? And what interventions could make a difference? The RePAIR report is providing some answers, writes Juliette Astrup.
Sharing your safety concerns
Karen Hooper offers insights into the National Reporting and Learning System by looking at safety incidents during three everyday maternity practices.
One-to-one with Jacqui Williams
Before the NMC undertakes a radical overhaul of education standards, it is carrying out a consultation to help determine which up-to-date knowledge, skills and attributes the midwife of the future will need. Midwives speaks to Jacqui Williams, ...
Championing safety
What you need to know about maternity safety champions.
Your thoughts: strength from sadness
Lianne Lasry re-examined her outlook when faced with the courage and dignity of a mother undergoing a termination.