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December 2021: The End Of Another Eventful Year, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen, Kiran Mubeen
December 2021: The End Of Another Eventful Year, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen, Kiran Mubeen
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.
Global Midwifery: Principles, Policy And Practice, Kiran Bajracharya
Global Midwifery: Principles, Policy And Practice, Kiran Bajracharya
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
This publication is a fine piece of work written by a team of renowned, experienced authors working for many years in the field of midwifery in prestigious organizations such as the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) UK, Department of Interprofessional Health, Swansea University, UK and the ICM. The book has a wide focus on global midwifery, its milestones and its development including very useful resources to assist countries to adopt and transform midwifery education and practice, based on multiple sources of evidence. The book also gives direction to midwifery leaders, associations, teachers and students who are dedicated to midwifery development …
An Assessment Of Antenatal Care Received By Bhutanese Women: A Retrospective Review Of Maternal And Child Health Handbooks, Kencho Zangmo, Tshering Dema, Kinga Om, Choden Gaylek, Lali Maya Karki
An Assessment Of Antenatal Care Received By Bhutanese Women: A Retrospective Review Of Maternal And Child Health Handbooks, Kencho Zangmo, Tshering Dema, Kinga Om, Choden Gaylek, Lali Maya Karki
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
Introduction: Providing quality antenatal care not only increases the likelihood of early detection of maternal health and socioeconomic factors linked to untoward pregnancy outcomes but also prepares women for safe childbirth and for possible emergencies during pregnancy. Therefore, this study assessed antenatal care received by pregnant women against the national guideline on antenatal care services.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at the national referral hospital in Bhutan. A convenience sample of 571 maternal and child health handbooks (records) of pregnant women coming to deliver at the hospital in July and August 2020 were included.
Results: Approximately 1/3 …
Why Can’T I Have A Choice Of Companion During Labor? Barriers To Implementation Of Companion Presence, Anul Shifa Maknojia, Azwa Malik
Why Can’T I Have A Choice Of Companion During Labor? Barriers To Implementation Of Companion Presence, Anul Shifa Maknojia, Azwa Malik
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
Companionship during labor gives comfort and reassurance to laboring women. Couples should experience this pivotal part of life together for its successful accomplishment. They bestow maternal support and ensure psychological wellbeing. However, there are some health care facilities who don’t permit the woman to bring a companion. The common barriers for not allowing companions during labor are: the utilization of traditional methods by companions, improper architectural layout, various ethnicities, and policies of hospitals. Thus, practical and realistic actions should be taken as discussed in the paper. Therefore, a laboring woman can utilize the choice of a companion during labor.
Factors Associated With Gestational Diabetes Among Women Registered At Secondary Hospitals In Karachi, Pakistan, Sumaira Feroz Ali, Tazeen S. Ali, Arusa Lakhani, Zaib Nadeem
Factors Associated With Gestational Diabetes Among Women Registered At Secondary Hospitals In Karachi, Pakistan, Sumaira Feroz Ali, Tazeen S. Ali, Arusa Lakhani, Zaib Nadeem
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
Introduction: Few things are proven, there are modifiable and non-modifiable factors that could impact on the health of pregnant women who have Gestational Diabetes Millitus (GDM). However, case control studies are lacking that explore the modifiable factors and identify which modifiable factors are associated with GDM.
Purpose: The aim of this study was to identify the modifiable associated risk factors of GDM among women at 32 to 40 weeks of gestation.
Methodology: A case-control study design was conducted at secondary hospitals for women and children in Karachi, Pakistan. The data were collected from 100 cases and same number of controls, …
Editorial: Midwifery 2021 In A World In Turmoil, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen
Editorial: Midwifery 2021 In A World In Turmoil, Rafat Jan, Edwin Van Teijlingen
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.
Capacity Building As A Midwifery Researcher: Personal Experience As An International Student Of Phd Programme At A University In New Zealand, Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani
Capacity Building As A Midwifery Researcher: Personal Experience As An International Student Of Phd Programme At A University In New Zealand, Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.
Voice Of A Baby - Thanks Midwife For Your Devotion, Laiba Asif
Voice Of A Baby - Thanks Midwife For Your Devotion, Laiba Asif
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.
Addressing Violence Against Women Within The Midwifery Curriculum In Bangladesh: A Focus Group Discussion Inquiry, Shahanaz Parveen, Noormahal Akter, Mauluda Zahan, Kerstin Erlandsson, Ulrika Byrskog
Addressing Violence Against Women Within The Midwifery Curriculum In Bangladesh: A Focus Group Discussion Inquiry, Shahanaz Parveen, Noormahal Akter, Mauluda Zahan, Kerstin Erlandsson, Ulrika Byrskog
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.
Aastrika Midwifery Centre, A Model For Midwifery-Led Care In India, Malin Bogren, Kerstin Erlandsson
Aastrika Midwifery Centre, A Model For Midwifery-Led Care In India, Malin Bogren, Kerstin Erlandsson
Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)
No abstract provided.