Women and Birth : Journal of the Australian College of Midwives
Overview
'Women and Birth: Journal of the Australian College of Midwives' is a reputable academic journal that focuses on the field of midwifery and women's health. It provides a platform for researchers, practitioners, and educators to share their knowledge and insights on various aspects of pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including evidence-based practices, cultural considerations, maternal and infant health outcomes, and the role of midwives in promoting positive birth experiences. With its rigorous peer-review process, 'Women and Birth' contribu
Details
Details
Abbr.
Women Birth
Publisher
Elsevier
Start
2006
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
1871-5192
e-ISSN
1878-1799
Country
Netherlands
Language
English
Specialties
Nursing
Gynecology & Obstetrics
Gynecology & Obstetrics
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 6235
59
SJR / Ranks: 2575
1270
CiteScore / Ranks: 3428
6.40
JIF / Ranks: 2461
3.8
Recent Articles
51.
Constantinou G, Ayers S, Mitchell E, Walker K, Downe S, Jones A, et al.
Women Birth
. 2024 Oct;
37(6):101832.
PMID: 39418758
Objective: To determine the acceptability of different methods of routine testing for group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonisation to pregnant women and health care professionals (HCPs), and to examine barriers and...
52.
Hadland M, Holland S, Smyth W, Nagle C
Women Birth
. 2024 Oct;
37(6):101830.
PMID: 39368216
Problem: Most hospital birth environments remain clinical in appearance and are not attuned to the neurohormonal processes that orchestrate labour and birth. Hospital environments are therefore not aligned with the...
53.
Deys L, Wilson V, Bayes S, Meedya S
Women Birth
. 2024 Oct;
37(6):101828.
PMID: 39362088
Problem: Separating women and babies immediately after birth contributes to poor birth experience and reduced satisfaction. Background: A negative birth experience can impact a woman's transition to motherhood and emotional...
54.
Elliott J, Buchanan K, Bayes S
Women Birth
. 2024 Oct;
37(6):101825.
PMID: 39362087
Background: Neurodivergent individuals often face unique challenges during the perinatal period, which can significantly impact their experiences of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting. Despite growing awareness of neurodiversity, there remains...
55.
Lequertier B, McLean M, Kildea S, King S, Keedle H, Boyle J, et al.
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101827.
PMID: 39342899
Problem: Women pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic may be at risk of elevated postpartum mental health problems. Background: Social support protects maternal mental health during a pandemic. It is possible...
56.
Hawke M, Considine J, Sweet L
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101824.
PMID: 39305806
Background: Shared decision-making supports women's autonomy in antenatal care, but several barriers to shared decision-making have been identified in practice. Women with high body mass index experience a higher rate...
57.
Levett K, Salomons E, Shenoy P, Kaur I, Fernandez E
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101819.
PMID: 39298929
Background: Internationally, traditional medicine approaches are used to support humanised childbirth practices. Labour support issues in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), include limited resources, staffing, and escalating pharmaceutical interventions. There...
58.
Keedle H, Young K, Arundell F, Burns E
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101826.
PMID: 39278054
Aim: To explore the benefit and engagement of undergraduate students' use of H5P interactive books for student learning. Design: An evaluation study of technology enabled learning for first year undergraduate...
59.
Hainsworth N, Mollart L, Prussing E, Clack D, Cummins A
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101808.
PMID: 39265387
Background: Global and national frameworks for midwifery education recognise and prioritise the provision of midwifery continuity of care. Previous studies report that learning is enhanced when students have professional experience...
60.
Faulks F, Shafiei T, Mogren I, Edvardsson K
Women Birth
. 2024 Sep;
37(6):101809.
PMID: 39260077
Purpose: Rural women and their babies experience poorer perinatal outcomes than their urban counterparts and this inequity has existed for decades. This study explored the barriers and enablers that exist...