Exclusive breastfeeding (EB) is globally recommended due to health benefits for women and their infants. Home-based postnatal midwifery care (HBPMC) is a model of care where midwives give in-home care during the first postnatal week. The study objectives were to investigate breastfeeding outcomes at two months after birth, in women and newborns receiving HBPMC, and to identify risk factors and describe women’s reported reasons associated with EB cessation. (suite…)

Traumatic birth experiences are increasingly recognized as a significant issue in maternity care. While many studies focus on the perspectives of birthing persons, little is known about how healthcare providers perceive the causes of traumatic births and possible strategies to prevent them. This study explores obstetric care providers’ perceptions of factors contributing to traumatic birth experiences and their suggestions for improving trauma sensitive obstetric care. (suite…)

The European Journal of Midwifery, (Abbr: Eur J Midwifery; ISSN: 2585-2906) is an open-access and double-blind peer reviewed scientific journal. The aim of the journal is to foster, promote, and disseminate research involving midwifery education and clinical practice. The journal has an international focus and hence welcomes submissions from across the globe. (suite…)