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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedSocial and Behavioral Science for Health Professionals by Hinote, B.P., and Wasserman, J.A. Rowman and Littlefield, New York, 2017, 360 pages, $140.00 hardcover There are only a few books that have provided...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedA new pregnancy is often associated with anxiety. For best pregnancy outcomes, choosing to seek early prenatal care is best. This prenatal care must include checking on the pregnant woman's emotional health. Many...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedSome anxiety is normal for pregnant women, however, when a woman experiences an inability to concentrate; has trouble functioning at work or home; experiences a frequent sense of panic, fear, restlessness; has obsessive...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedBreast tenderness in pregnancy is a common discomfort. Physical and hormonal changes preparing the body for pregnancy and breastfeeding are the primary causes. Treatment for breast tenderness includes warmth and...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedFatigue during pregnancy is a physiological, psychological, and potentially pathological condition of decreased energy. Many pregnant women experience fatigue during the first trimester and the third trimester. While...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedThe Mother-Infant Interaction Picture Book: Origins of Attachment by Beebe, B., Cohen, P. & Lachmann F. W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. New York, New York, 2016, 249 pages, $35.00 In The Mother-Infant-Interaction...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedConnie Livingston, friend, mentor, and inspiration to so many, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2016. The ICEA board and membership are deeply grieved at the loss of our dear friend. As a strong leader,...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedAn often-forgotten aspect of the welfare of the mother and the baby is dental health. The oral cavity has pregnancy induced-changes as well as every other body system. Periodontal disease has been associated with poor...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedICEA saw tremendous growth in 2016. With the talents and dedication of the Board of Directors, ICEA heightened our collaboration with other like-minded professional organizations, created the Early Lactation Care...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedVaricose veins are often a problem for older persons, not women in their childbearing years. In addition to emotional discomfort, varicose veins may cause physical discomfort and could lead to ulcerations. This article...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedLow back pain is a frequent complaint during pregnancy, and is a potentially chronic problem. It is the most common cause for lost time at work during pregnancy. There are many theories about the causes of back pain...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedAn area that is often overlooked in the assessment of pregnant women is that of sleep. Women experience various forms of sleep changes during the perinatal period that are specific to the different trimesters. The...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedSkin conditions during pregnancy and lactation can be a concern for new moms. The childbirth educator would benefit from a brief guide to common disorders and treatment options. A description, symptoms and concerns...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedA wide range of changes can accompany pregnancy; these can be immunological, metabolic, endocrinal, and vascular. This in turn leads to an increase in a woman's vulnerability to develop changes in her skin and other...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedWe need to differentiate between common discomforts and warning signs of pregnancy for the childbearing family. It is essential that they know when to seek immediate medical assessment. Many common discomforts are...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedThe initial celebration of pregnancy can be significantly interrupted by nausea and vomiting. Both conditions can reduce a woman's quality of life. They can also psychologically affect coping with the new pregnancy and...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedManaging the nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is challenging. The evidence-based options are limited. The purpose of this paper is to review current management for pregnancy induced nausea and vomiting. Both...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedThis article summarizes present information about pica practices carried out for the duration of pregnancy. This research was done by systematically reviewing literature between the periods of 2008 through 2016. Pica...
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From:International Journal of Childbirth Education (Vol. 32, Issue 1) Peer-ReviewedMany women experience leg cramps during pregnancy. Leg cramps can become more common as pregnancy progresses and primarily occur in the second and third trimesters. No specific cause has been identified for leg cramps...