A5043280919- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Maternal and fetal healthcare
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Gestational Diabetes Research and Management
- Neonatal and Maternal Infections
- Interprofessional Education and Collaboration
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare
- Primary Care and Health Outcomes
- Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Assisted Reproductive Technology and Twin Pregnancy
- Healthcare innovation and challenges
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Diabetes Management and Education
- Clinical practice guidelines implementation
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare
- Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy
- Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues
- Infant Development and Preterm Care
Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research
2014-2025
Dutch Research Council
2022-2024
Leiden University Medical Center
2024
Leiden University
2023
Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam
2010-2013
Royal Dutch Organization of Midwives
2010-2012
University of Amsterdam
2010
Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research
2010
University of York
2008-2009
Maastricht University Medical Centre
2009
Little research has been conducted to date on women's postnatal emotional well-being and satisfaction with the care received in Netherlands. The aim of this study was investigate Dutch views their birth experience 3 years after event.A questionnaire mailed all women who had given 2001 at least one prenatal, perinatal, or visit participating midwifery practice. Women a subsequent index were not excluded. We specifically asked respondents reflect that occurred 2001. say how they felt now...
Abstract Background Globally, alarmingly high rates of maternal and infant mortality morbidity persist. A constellation health system social factors contribute to this, including poor quality barriers accessing care, preventive services. As such, there have been calls for a redesign child (MCH) Although group care has primarily tested in antenatal settings, it offers promising that optimizes survival, well-being. The purpose this study was produce blueprint an adapted model integrates...
<sec> <title>BACKGROUND</title> Up to 25% of pregnant couples in the Netherlands do not make an informed decision about prenatal screening: their decisions are value-inconsistent and/or based on insufficient knowledge and deliberation. Over one-third (36%) all people have limited health literacy skills; most them lower educated or a migration background. They experience serious problems understanding information taking active role making. Therefore, Dutch Health Council recommends improving...
Objective To evaluate the success of an external cephalic version ( ECV ) training programme, and to determine rates successful , complications, caesarean birth in a low‐risk population. Design Prospective observational study. Setting Primary health care hospital settings throughout Netherlands (January 2008–September 2011). Population Low‐risk women with singleton fetus breech presentation, without contraindications were offered at approximately 36 weeks gestation. Methods Data collected...
Abstract Background Job satisfaction is generally considered to be an important element of work quality and workplace relations. Little known about levels job among hospital primary-care midwives in the Netherlands. Proposed changes maternity care system Netherlands should consider how working conditions affect their satisfaction. Aim We aimed measure compare Methods Online survey all practising using a validated (the Leiden Quality Work Questionnaire) analyze attitudes work. Descriptive...
ABSTRACT: Background: The current neonatal screening program (“the heel prick”) involves taking a few drops of blood from almost every newborn in the Netherlands to determine whether child is suffering one three congenital disorders: phenylketonuria, hypothyroid, or adrenogenital syndrome. This study investigated preferences and views parents future with respect information about, consent to, possible expansion program. Methods: Seven focus group discussions took place parents, healthy...
Introduction This study was carried out to assess the effects of participating in CenteringPregnancy (CP) on maternal, birth, and neonatal outcomes among low‐risk pregnant women Netherlands. Methods A total 2124 primary care were included study. Data derived from Dutch national database, Perined, complemented with data questionnaires completed by women. stepwise‐wedge design employed; multilevel intention‐to‐treat analyses propensity score matching main analytic approaches. Propensity...
Introduction: Not all midwives in the Netherlands are independent practitioners. One 4 registered to practice is employed hospital setting, where 67% of births occur. There has not yet been an in‐depth examination hospital‐based midwives’ Netherlands, context care a higher‐risk environment. The primary aims this study were describe diversity and scope Netherlands. Methods: This was online survey hospitals throughout with labor/birthing rooms employing midwives. covered 5 topic areas:...
Abstract: Background: Until recently, external cephalic version to prevent breech presentation at birth was not widely accepted. The objective of our study assess the prevalence, outcomes, and women’s experiences improve implementation procedure in Netherlands. Methods: A prospective cohort conducted 167 women under care a midwife with confirmed gestational age 33 completed weeks or more. Results: Between June 2007 January 2008, were offered an version. Of this group, 123 (73.7%, 95% CI:...
Ethnic minority women in Western countries have poorer pregnancy outcomes compared to majority populations, and undocumented are particularly vulnerable. We intended assess whether midwives adjust their care if no health insurance.A retrospective matched cohort study primary midwifery practices Amsterdam Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Undocumented, uninsured (N?=?141) were with documented, insured ethnic (N?=?141). Information was extracted from patient records.Undocumented attended first...
Abstract Background External cephalic version (ECV) reduces the rate of elective cesarean sections as a result breech presentation. Several studies have shown that not all eligible women undergo an ECV attempt. The aim this study was to evaluate implementation in Netherlands and explain variation rates with hospital characteristics individual factors. Methods We invited 40 hospitals participate retrospective cohort study. reviewed charts for singleton deliveries from 36 weeks' gestation...
To examine the experiences of inter-professional collaboration maternity service providers in Netherlands and to identify potential enhancing inhibiting factors for within care Netherlands.Good between health professionals is a key element safe, effective care, but creating collaborative culture can be challenging. Good requires, among other things, negotiating different professional orientations organizational constraints hierarchies scheduling. especially important care. In Netherlands,...
Group antenatal care (gANC) is a group-based care-model combining routine care, with health assessment, education, and community building. GANC has shown positive results on perinatal outcomes. However, midwives in Dutch primary have reported higher costs when providing gANC. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect replacing individual prenatal (IC) by gANC (expected future) outcomes.We performed an exploratory cost-benefit analysis comparing consequences those IC, using...
Objective To estimate the costs and effects of different treatment strategies with intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent early‐onset group B streptococcal (GBS) disease in Netherlands. The include a risk‐based strategy, screening‐based combined screening/risk‐based strategy current Dutch guideline. Design Cost‐effectiveness analysis based on decision model. Setting Obstetric care system Population/Sample Hypothetical cohort 200,000 neonates. Methods A model was used compare no...
In places where hospital birth is the norm, one of major contemporary challenges to organization intrapartum care posed by women who are not in established labor. United Kingdom, these have been given a special name, "Category X," and they can account for substantial percentage admissions 1. These deemed be need care, but themselves may feel otherwise as struggle understand sensations experiencing. Until relatively recently, little research effort was expended on early latent phase labor,...
Birth centres are regarded as settings where women with uncomplicated pregnancies can give birth, assisted by a midwife and maternity care assistant. In case of (threatening) complications referral to unit hospital is necessary. the last decade up 20 different birth have been instituted in Netherlands. This increase attributed various reasons such safe easy accessible place organizational efficiency integration direct access obstetric if needed, better use assistance. assumed offer increased...
Abstract Background CenteringPregnancy ( CP ) is a specific model of group‐based prenatal care for women, implemented in 44 midwifery practices The Netherlands since 2011. Women have evaluated positively, especially terms social support, and improvements been made birthweight preterm‐birth outcomes; however, there limited understanding as to why. purpose this study was examine the mechanisms that create trusting relationships within better understand outcomes effectiveness. Methods A...
Abstract Background Group care (GC) improves the quality of maternity care, stimulates women’s participation in their own and facilitates growth social support networks. There is an urgent need to identify disseminate best mechanisms for implementing GC ways that are feasible, context appropriate sustainable. This protocol presents aims methods innovative implementation research project entitled Care first 1000 days (GC_1000) , which addresses this need. Aims The aim GC_1000 co-create...