In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered many aspects of promoting normal pregnancy and birth practices. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered many aspects of promoting normal pregnancy and birth practices. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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... 2.4 Self-portrait (Anger), computer art, Tammy L. Gross 33 Figure 2.5 Tomorrow's Child, oil on canvas, Robin Freedenfeld (photograph by Stephen Petegorsky) 37 Figure 2.6 Dream Trap, assemblage, Margaret Carver 43 Figure 2.7... more
... 2.4 Self-portrait (Anger), computer art, Tammy L. Gross 33 Figure 2.5 Tomorrow's Child, oil on canvas, Robin Freedenfeld (photograph by Stephen Petegorsky) 37 Figure 2.6 Dream Trap, assemblage, Margaret Carver 43 Figure 2.7 Patient #1, oil paint, Nancy Raen-Mendez 52 ...
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discussed the benefits of accreditation and what it means to the profession and to consumers. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discussed the benefits of accreditation and what it means to the profession and to consumers. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of relying on sources of strong credible evidence in order to guide our practice and provides information about accessing systematic reviews. The... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of relying on sources of strong credible evidence in order to guide our practice and provides information about accessing systematic reviews. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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In this column, the editor ofThe Journal of Perinatal Educationdiscusses factors associated with determining the optimal time to give birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources,... more
In this column, the editor ofThe Journal of Perinatal Educationdiscusses factors associated with determining the optimal time to give birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth and postpartum.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of confronting racial and other health disparities in birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of confronting racial and other health disparities in birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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Maternity care practices influence breastfeeding outcomes long after women leave the birth setting. We conducted this study to describe, from mothers' perspective, maternity care practices associated with breastfeeding at 3 and 6... more
Maternity care practices influence breastfeeding outcomes long after women leave the birth setting. We conducted this study to describe, from mothers' perspective, maternity care practices associated with breastfeeding at 3 and 6 months. Mothers who recalled having skin-to-skin care (SSC) and rooming-in for 23 or more hours/day were more likely to report exclusive breastfeeding when surveyed at 3 months. Perception of not enough milk and difficulty latching explained more than 85% of supplementing and weaning at 3 months. Women also reported that returning to work influenced their decision to supplement or wean. Our multisite study supports implementing low cost and evidence-based interventions such as immediate and uninterrupted SSC and rooming in to improve breastfeeding exclusivity. Findings highlight the ongoing need to bridge the gap between hospital discharge and community breastfeeding support, including workplace accommodations.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the breaking the silence on miscarriage and pregnancy loss. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research,... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the breaking the silence on miscarriage and pregnancy loss. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of relying on sources of strong credible evidence in order to guide our practice and provides information about accessing systematic reviews. The... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the importance of relying on sources of strong credible evidence in order to guide our practice and provides information about accessing systematic reviews. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the many ways that Lamaze International promotes birth advocacy. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources,... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the many ways that Lamaze International promotes birth advocacy. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the meaning of confidence and effective ways to build confidence for birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the meaning of confidence and effective ways to build confidence for birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the latest consensus on recommendation for timing of umbilical cord clamping. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the latest consensus on recommendation for timing of umbilical cord clamping. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the need for current high-quality evidence to guide clinical practice. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses the need for current high-quality evidence to guide clinical practice. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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Bullying in the workplace can create a dysfunctional environment that is associated with serious physical and psychological harm to the person being bullied. Nurses' experience with bullying has gained considerable attention in recent... more
Bullying in the workplace can create a dysfunctional environment that is associated with serious physical and psychological harm to the person being bullied. Nurses' experience with bullying has gained considerable attention in recent years, and warrants further discussion. Nurse leaders need to develop and implement effective bullying prevention initiatives that will foster the functioning of a professional and productive staff in a healthy work environment. The aim of this article is to review workplace bullying as experienced by nurses, and describe how nurses at a Magnet-designated academic medical center developed and implemented a bullying task force to address the problem.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses Britain’s National Health Service’s updated evidence-based guidelines stating that women with uncomplicated pregnancies are better off in the hands of... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses Britain’s National Health Service’s updated evidence-based guidelines stating that women with uncomplicated pregnancies are better off in the hands of midwives than hospital physicians during birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.Women with uncomplicated pregnancies are better off in the hands of midwives than hospital physicians during birth.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education introduces the Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing: Evidence and Implications for Women, Babies, and Maternity Care published by the National Partnership for Women &... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education introduces the Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing: Evidence and Implications for Women, Babies, and Maternity Care published by the National Partnership for Women & Families and reprinted with their permission. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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... 2.4 Self-portrait (Anger), computer art, Tammy L. Gross 33 Figure 2.5 Tomorrow's Child, oil on canvas, Robin Freedenfeld (photograph by Stephen Petegorsky) 37 Figure 2.6 Dream Trap, assemblage, Margaret Carver 43 Figure 2.7... more
... 2.4 Self-portrait (Anger), computer art, Tammy L. Gross 33 Figure 2.5 Tomorrow's Child, oil on canvas, Robin Freedenfeld (photograph by Stephen Petegorsky) 37 Figure 2.6 Dream Trap, assemblage, Margaret Carver 43 Figure 2.7 Patient #1, oil paint, Nancy Raen-Mendez 52 ...
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... Wendy C. Budin Page 15. PART I Introduction to Research Page 16. Page 17. ... M. AdelaideNutting's survey of nursing education, published in 1907, was probably the earliest important study in nursing education done by an American... more
... Wendy C. Budin Page 15. PART I Introduction to Research Page 16. Page 17. ... M. AdelaideNutting's survey of nursing education, published in 1907, was probably the earliest important study in nursing education done by an American nurse. ...
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[Research Paper or Poster Presentation] Background: Although various forms of psycho-education and counseling interventions have been examined among patients with a variety of diagnoses, the unique contribution of phase specific... more
[Research Paper or Poster Presentation] Background: Although various forms of psycho-education and counseling interventions have been examined among patients with a variety of diagnoses, the unique contribution of phase specific psycho-education and telephone ...
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education (JPE) shares a letter to the editor from a reader commenting on photos selected for the cover of JPE. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education (JPE) shares a letter to the editor from a reader commenting on photos selected for the cover of JPE. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education (JPE) discusses the peer-review process utilized by JPE and why it is essential for quality. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education (JPE) discusses the peer-review process utilized by JPE and why it is essential for quality. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences, motivations & consequences of nurses who have encountered aggressive behaviors in the workplace. It was proposed that the nurses' narratives... more
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences, motivations & consequences of nurses who have encountered aggressive behaviors in the workplace. It was proposed that the nurses' narratives would yield detailed, in depth information about their bullying experiences. Background/Significance: Bullying in the healthcare setting has been long-recognized internationally. However, in the US, workplace aggression is underreported which keeps it from emerging as the problem that it is. The fallout is disastrous; compromised work performance, absenteeism, and ultimately, increased job turnover and there may be a relationship between job satisfaction and negative patient outcomes. Newly graduates are at significant risk with resignation rates higher during the first year of practice. Methods: A constructivist grounded theory approach was used in this study. A convenience sample of 303 US RNs responded to an online survey identifying the frequency, ...
Purpose: Describe registered nurses' (RNs) perception of the work environment, team work and missed nursing care at an academic medical center before implementation of lean strategies for problem solving on a patient care unit.... more
Purpose: Describe registered nurses' (RNs) perception of the work environment, team work and missed nursing care at an academic medical center before implementation of lean strategies for problem solving on a patient care unit. Background/Significance: The relationship between RN satisfaction and patient outcomes has been established. Studies have also shown that RNs do not complete all patient care activities due to inefficiencies in the work environment and lack of teamwork. This study looks at whether decreasing inefficiencies in the practice environment and improving teamwork can lead to increased RN time with patients and less missed opportunities to engage in activities that improve patient care and RN satisfaction. Methods: Baseline RN satisfaction data from the NDNQI survey and patient satisfaction data were reviewed for a selected inpatient unit. A self- report survey tool consisting of two validated instruments, The Missed Nursing Care Survey (MISSCARE) and the Nursing...
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Using data from a longitudinal study of Hoskins' ‘Patterns of Adjustment to Breast Cancer among Women and their Partners’, a conceptually derived multidimensional formulation of psychosocial adjustment was empirically tested. The... more
Using data from a longitudinal study of Hoskins' ‘Patterns of Adjustment to Breast Cancer among Women and their Partners’, a conceptually derived multidimensional formulation of psychosocial adjustment was empirically tested. The Psychosocial Adjustment to Illness Scale was administered to both patients and partners at six times postdefinitive surgery, i.e., 7–10 days, 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, 180 days, and one year. Extensive factor analytic studies were performed on data from the Psychosocial Adjustment to Illness Scale at four of the collection times when complete data sets were available for 128 patients and 121 partners. Results of the principal components analysis with varimax rotation were compared to factor analyses reported by the developers of the scale. The seven-factor matrix reported by Derogatis was not reproduced; instead, one factor was consistently identified at each of the four time periods as the best solution. Although items from all seven domains of the sc...
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The impact of personal, organizational, and economic factors on... more
The impact of personal, organizational, and economic factors on nurses' job satisfaction have been studied extensively, but few studies exist in which the effects of physical work environment--including perceptions of architectural, interior design, and ambient features on job satisfaction-are examined. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of perceived physical work environment on job satisfaction, adjusting for multiple personal, organizational, and economic determinants of job satisfaction. A cross-sectional, predictive design and a Web-based survey instrument were used to collect data from staff registered nurses in a large metropolitan hospital. The survey included 34 questions about multiple job satisfaction determinants, including 18 Likert-type measures with established good validity (comparative fit index = .97, Tucker-Lewis index = .98, root mean square error of approximation = .06) and reliability (r ≥ .70). A response rate of 48.5% resulted in a sample of 362, with 80% power to detect a medium effect of perceived physical environment on job satisfaction. On average, nurses had negative perceptions of physical work environment (M = 2.9, SD = 2.2). Although physical environment was related positively to job satisfaction (r =.256, p = .01) in bivariate analysis, in ordered probit regression, no effect of physical work environment on job satisfaction was found. In future studies, this relationship should be examined in larger and more representative samples of nurses. Qualitative methods should be used to explore how negatively perceived physical work environment impacts nurses. Rebuilding of U.S. hospitals, with a planned investment of $200 billion without considering how physical environment contributes to nurse work outcomes, threatens to exacerbate organizational nurse turnover.
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The effect of marital support and support from other adults on the emotional and physical adjustment of 128 women with breast cancer was examined. Role function and satisfaction with health care also were evaluated as predictors of... more
The effect of marital support and support from other adults on the emotional and physical adjustment of 128 women with breast cancer was examined. Role function and satisfaction with health care also were evaluated as predictors of adjustment. Intact data series were obtained at 7-10 days, at 1, 2, 3, and 6 months, and 1 year postsurgery. Emotional adjustment could be predicted by satisfaction with a spouse’s response to interactional and emotional needs and by support from other adults. The relationships were significant at concurrent times, across contiguous times, and predicting from the 7-10 day postsurgical period to both the 6-month and 1-year end points. Physical adjustment was not predicted by support but satisfaction with health care was predictive of perceived overall health status. Functional status in vocational, domestic, and social roles was significantly related to emotional and physical adjustment at all phases with few exceptions.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses yet another roadblock to midwives providing safe homebirth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research,... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education discusses yet another roadblock to midwives providing safe homebirth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth and postpartum.The Journal of Perinatal Education), xxx–xxx, doi: 10.1891/JPE.2022-0001.
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In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education describes this special issue where distiguished authors provide updated evidence-based reviews of the Lamaze International Six Healthy Birth Practices that promote, support,... more
In this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education describes this special issue where distiguished authors provide updated evidence-based reviews of the Lamaze International Six Healthy Birth Practices that promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.This issue is dedicated to Elisabeth Bing on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
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ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education describes the American Academy of Nursing’s engagement in the national Choosing Wisely campaign and how it has implications for promoting normal birth. The editor... more
ABSTRACTIn this column, the editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education describes the American Academy of Nursing’s engagement in the national Choosing Wisely campaign and how it has implications for promoting normal birth. The editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.