Unplanned pregnancy and subsequent psychological distress in partnered women: A cross-sectional study of the role of relationship quality and wider social support
Posted onStressful life events around the time of unplanned pregnancy and women’s health: Exploratory findings from a national sample
Posted onThe Global Epidemic of Unnecessary Cesarean Sections (Part 3)
Posted onIn addition to geographic variability, researchers have proposed several theories to explain the rise in cesarean deliveries. The global cesarean epidemic is not only a threat to the health of mothers and children around the world, but also to health systems. Swift action from clinicians, researchers, programmers and policymakers is needed…read more
Is perceived discrimination in pregnancy prospectively linked to postpartum depression? Exploring the role of education
Posted onThe Global Epidemic of Unnecessary Cesarean Sections (Part 2)
Posted onIn 1990, roughly one in 15 babies on the planet was born via cesarean section surgery. In 2014, one in five babies was born via cesarean. The rates have increased dramatically over the past few decades in most regions, with the fastest growth taking place in North Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean. There is substantial variation within regions, with certain countries experiencing more rapid increases than others…read more