All around the world change is needed in maternal-child health. In some places great strides have been made in improving outcomes, but much work remains to be done. How do we as birth workers facilitate change?
We, as health care professionals, serve the needs of the child-bearing family regardless of income, race, beliefs, sexual orientation, or disability.
Preventive health care measures are a proven and effective strategy for improving health outcomes while also reducing health care costs. Breastfeeding is routinely identified as one of the most effective means for preventing disease.
by Gayle Yerge-Cole RN, BSN, IBCLC, Julia Gragg RN, BSN, IBCLC, and Rhonda Yono-Atisha MD IBCLC Abstract: This paper […]
by Rezwana A. Choudhury, MPH and Hadi Danawi, PhD MPH Abstract: Maternal and infant mortalities are still a public health […]
Our talented IATs have a full schedule planned for May 2019, and we hope you can join them. Locations for […]
by Bonita Katz, BA RN ICCE ICBD IAT CLC I have been a bit of a vagabond in my adult […]
by Renece Waller-Wise, MSN, RNC-OB, CNS, CLC, CNL, LCCE, FACCE, and Brenda L. Maddox, MSN/Ed, RNC-OB, C-EFM, SANE-A Abstract: The […]
Families with dogs can often be caught off guard with their feelings and challenges once they bring their newborn home. […]
Our talented IATs have a full schedule planned for April 2019, and we hope you can join them. Locations for […]
In the past, it was considered part of having a baby that led to what was called the “Baby Blues.” […]
by Bonita Katz, BA RN ICCE ICBD IAT CLC For most women the childbearing process is a healthy one. The […]
by Emma J. Brooks, MS PhDc and Debra Rose Wilson, PhD MSN RN IBCLC AHN-BC CHT Abstract: The perinatal period […]
by Carmen Stitt, PhD and Kiersten Brockman, M.A. Abstract: The purpose of this article is to report findings of an […]
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to make your passion for birth a career. Our talented IATs […]
January is Birth Defects Prevention Month and is hosted by the National Birth Defects Prevention Network (NBDPN). The theme for […]
by Stacey Enchelmaier, RN RM MMid Dip Active Birth Yoga, Kendall George, PhD MMid GDip Mid BNSc, Lauren Kearney, RN […]
Education on the effects of environmental chemicals has been slow to catch up with the research. ACOG has recommended that […]
by Bonita Katz, BA RN ICCE ICBD IAT CLC I want to change the world. It sounds a bit arrogant, […]
And a New Year Begins by Debra Rose Wilson, PhD MSN RN IBCLC AHN-BC CHT Happy New Year to all […]
by Renece Waller-Wise, MSN RNC-OB CNS CLC CNL LCCE FACCE Abstract: Childbirth educators should be aware of nursing interventions in […]
During this season of giving, we wanted to say that we are thankful for you. Because of your passion for […]
by Debra Tolson, ICEA President As I complete my tenure as ICEA president I have looked back at what has been […]
The 2019 Trauma and Birth Conference, Hosted by Perinatal Support Washington and PATTCh, will take place on 28 – 30 March […]
