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Exploring perceptions of maternity services for pregnant adolescents in Indonesia: a qualitative study

An exploratory qualitative design was used for this study, as it draws on the strengths of established qualitative methodologies, enabling flexible adoption of techniques (Percy et al, 2015). It seeks...

Are educators and practising midwives working together to support the future workforce?

Prior to 2019, practice staff were largely involved in midwifery education through a ‘mentorship’ arrangement, which saw each student midwife assigned to a specific ‘sign-off’ mentor who they were...

The endocrine system and associated disorders

Many endocrine responses are initiated by neural triggers and the hormones produced (chemical messengers) often act as neurotransmitters too. However, whereas the nervous system responds rapidly,...

5 guides to diabetes in perinatal care

BJM produces a number of practical guides for midwives aimed at helping you provide safe and effective care for diabetes patients. Take a look at some of our recent articles – all written and reviewed...

5 articles to promote breastfeeding

BJM produces a number of articles offering best practice and guidance for midwives to promote breastfeeding among new mothers. Take a look at some of our recent articles – all written and reviewed by...

Our 5 most read articles

BJM has an online archive of over 4,000 articles providing best practice, research and guidance – all written and reviewed by practitioners and covering all aspects of care. Take a look at the top 5...

New beginnings: learning with, from and about

As we approach the start of a new academic year, I want to welcome those students embarking on their journey into midwifery and also congratulate continuing students for their hard work and successes...

The Maternity Engagement Project

‘United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust commenced the [Maternity Engagement Project] process in February 2023. I came into post in July 2022, alongside Obstetric Consultant leads for the multiples'...

Anaemia and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency in pregnant women in Ghana

This facility-based cross-sectional study extracted data from antenatal care registries at the Cape Coast Metropolitan Hospital in the Central Region of Ghana, analysing records for women from 1...

Women's experiences of vaginal examinations in labour: a literature review

This systematic literature review was conducted with the aim of understanding women's experiences of vaginal examinations in labour. This approach was deemed appropriate as detailed reporting of the...

Caesarean section vs vaginal birth: a narrative review of decision making and postnatal outcomes

This narrative literature review focused on comparing caesarean section with vaginal birth in relation to decision making and postnatal outcomes and quality of life. A narrative review was deemed the...

Gestational diabetes mellitus: ensuring healthy futures

Gestational diabetes mellitus is the most common medical condition to affect pregnant women, reported to affect 10–20% of pregnancies in England (NHS England, 2024a). Its prevalence is increasing...

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