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Sacks E, Brizuela V, Javadi D, Kim Y, Elmi N, Finlayson K, Crossland N, Langlois EV, Ziegler D, Parmar SM, Bonet M. Immigrant women's and families' views and experiences of routine postnatal care: findings from a qualitative evidence synthesis. BMJ Glob Health 2024; 8:e014075. [PMID: 38351019 PMCID: PMC10897958 DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2023-014075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Uptake of postnatal care (PNC) is low and inequitable in many countries, and immigrant women may experience additional challenges to access and effective use. As part of a larger study examining the views of women, partners, and families on routine PNC, we analysed a subset of data on the specific experiences of immigrant women and families. METHODS This is a subanalysis of a larger qualitative evidence synthesis. We searched MEDLINE, PUBMED, CINAHL, EMBASE, EBM-Reviews and grey literature for studies published until December 2019 with extractable qualitative data with no language restrictions. For this analysis, we focused on papers related to immigrant women and families. Two reviewers screened each study independently; inclusion was agreed by consensus. Data abstraction and quality assessment were carried out using a study-specific extraction form and established quality assessment tools. Study findings were identified using thematic analysis. Findings are presented by confidence in the finding, applying the GRADE-CERQual approach. FINDINGS We included 44 papers, out of 602 full-texts, representing 11 countries where women and families sought PNC after immigrating. All but one included immigrants to high-income countries. Four themes were identified: resources and access, differences from home country, support needs, and experiences of care. High confidence study findings included: language and communication challenges; uncertainty about navigating system supports including transportation; high mental health, emotional, and informational needs; the impact of personal resources and social support; and the quality of interaction with healthcare providers. These findings highlight the importance of care experiences beyond clinical care. More research is also needed on the experiences of families migrating between low-income countries. CONCLUSIONS Immigrant families experience many challenges in getting routine PNC, especially related to language, culture, and communication. Some challenges may be mitigated by improving comprehensive and accessible information on available services, as well as holistic social support. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42019139183.
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- Emma Sacks
- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Partnership for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Centre Hospitalier de l'Universite de Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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Neal S, Stone L, Moncrieff G, Matthews Z, Kingdon C, Topalidou A, Balaam MC, Cordey S, Crossland N, Feeley C, Powney D, Sarian A, Fenton A, Heazell AEP, de Jonge A, Severns A, Thomson G, Downe S. Assessing safe and personalised maternity and neonatal care through a pandemic: a case study of outcomes and experiences in two trusts in England using the ASPIRE COVID-19 framework. BMC Health Serv Res 2023; 23:675. [PMID: 37349751 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-023-09669-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in profound and far-reaching impacts on maternal and newborn care and outcomes. As part of the ASPIRE COVID-19 project, we describe processes and outcome measures relating to safe and personalised maternity care in England which we map against a pre-developed ASPIRE framework to establish the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic for two UK trusts. METHODS We undertook a mixed-methods system-wide case study using quantitative routinely collected data and qualitative data from two Trusts and their service users from 2019 to 2021 (start and completion dates varied by available data). We mapped findings to our prior ASPIRE conceptual framework that explains pathways for the impact of COVID-19 on safe and personalised care. RESULTS The ASPIRE framework enabled us to develop a comprehensive, systems-level understanding of the impact of the pandemic on service delivery, user experience and staff wellbeing, and place it within the context of pre-existing challenges. Maternity services experienced some impacts on core service coverage, though not on Trust level clinical health outcomes (with the possible exception of readmissions in one Trust). Both users and staff found some pandemic-driven changes challenging such as remote or reduced antenatal and community postnatal contacts, and restrictions on companionship. Other key changes included an increased need for mental health support, changes in the availability and uptake of home birth services and changes in induction procedures. Many emergency adaptations persisted at the end of data collection. Differences between the trusts indicate complex change pathways. Staff reported some removal of bureaucracy, which allowed greater flexibility. During the first wave of COVID-19 staffing numbers increased, resolving some pre-pandemic shortages: however, by October 2021 they declined markedly. Trying to maintain the quality and availability of services had marked negative consequences for personnel. Timely routine clinical and staffing data were not always available and personalised care and user and staff experiences were poorly captured. CONCLUSIONS The COVID-19 crisis magnified pre-pandemic problems and in particular, poor staffing levels. Maintaining services took a significant toll on staff wellbeing. There is some evidence that these pressures are continuing. There was marked variation in Trust responses. Lack of accessible and timely data at Trust and national levels hampered rapid insights. The ASPIRE COVID-19 framework could be useful for modelling the impact of future crises on routine care.
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- Sarah Neal
- Department of Social Statistics and Demography, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Health & Life Sciences, Swansea University Medical School, Swansea University, Swansea, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Department of Social Statistics and Demography, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- MAINN Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, Methodologies Division, King's College London, London, UK
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- School of Justice, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Newcastle Neonatal Service, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Department of Midwifery Science, AVAG/Amsterdam Public Health, Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- MAINN Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- ReaCH Group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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Javadi D, Sacks E, Brizuela V, Finlayson K, Crossland N, Langlois EV, Ziegler D, Chandra-Mouli V, Bonet M. Factors that influence the uptake of postnatal care among adolescent girls: a qualitative evidence synthesis. BMJ Glob Health 2023; 8:e011560. [PMID: 37137533 PMCID: PMC10163540 DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2022-011560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Adolescent pregnancy is associated with increased risk of maternal and child morbidity and mortality globally. Access to safe, appropriate and affordable antenatal, childbirth and postnatal care (PNC) is essential in mitigating this risk. PNC is an often undervalued, underused, and understudied component of the continuum of maternal health services; however, it provides an important opportunity for adolescent girls to have access to health information and resources as they navigate the transition to motherhood and/or recovery from childbirth. This qualitative evidence synthesis seeks to highlight the experiences and perspectives of adolescent girls and their partners in accessing and using routine PNC. METHODS Papers were selected from a primary review on PNC where a global search of databases was conducted to identify studies with qualitative data focused on PNC utilisation. Within this primary review, a subset of studies focused on adolescents was tagged for subanalysis. A data extraction form drawing on an a priori framework was used to extract data from each study. Review findings were grouped across studies and mapped onto relevant themes, which were then adapted, as appropriate, to best reflect emergent themes from included studies. RESULTS Of 662 papers identified for full text review, 15 were included in this review on adolescents' experiences. Fourteen review findings were mapped onto four themes including: resources and access, social norms, experiences of care, and tailored support needs. CONCLUSION Improving uptake of PNC by adolescent girls requires multipronged approaches in improving availability of and access to adolescent-sensitive maternal health services and reducing feelings of shame and stigma in the postpartum period. Much should be done to address structural barriers to access, but tangible steps to improving the quality and responsiveness of available services can be taken immediately. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42019139183.
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- Dena Javadi
- Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Research in Childbirth and Health (ReaCH) Unit, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health (ReaCH) Unit, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH), World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Library, Centre Hospitalier de l'Universite de Montreal, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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Finlayson K, Sacks E, Brizuela V, Crossland N, Cordey S, Ziegler D, Langlois EV, Javadi D, Comrie-Thomson L, Downe S, Bonet M. Factors that influence the uptake of postnatal care from the perspective of fathers, partners and other family members: a qualitative evidence synthesis. BMJ Glob Health 2023; 8:e011086. [PMID: 37137532 PMCID: PMC10163465 DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2022-011086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Postnatal care (PNC) is a key component of maternity provision and presents opportunities for healthcare providers to optimise the health and well-being of women and newborns. However, PNC is often undervalued by parents, family members and healthcare providers. As part of a larger qualitative review exploring the factors that influence PNC uptake by relevant stakeholders, we examined a subset of studies highlighting the views of fathers, partners and family members of postpartum women. METHODS We undertook a qualitative evidence synthesis using a framework synthesis approach. We searched multiple databases and included studies with extractable qualitative data focusing on PNC utilisation. We identified and labelled a subset of articles reflecting the views of fathers, partners and other family members. Data abstraction and quality assessment were carried out using a bespoke data extraction form and established quality assessment tools. The framework was developed a priori based on previous research on the topic and adapted accordingly. Findings were assessed for confidence using the GRADE-CERQual approach and are presented by country income group. RESULTS Of 12 678 papers identified from the original search, 109 were tagged as 'family members views' and, of these, 30 were eligible for this review. Twenty-nine incorporated fathers' views, 7 included the views of grandmothers or mothers-in-law, 4 incorporated other family member views and 1 included comothers. Four themes emerged: access and availability; adapting to fatherhood; sociocultural influences and experiences of care. These findings highlight the significant role played by fathers and family members on the uptake of PNC by women as well as the distinct concerns and needs of fathers during the early postnatal period. CONCLUSION To optimise access to postnatal care, health providers should adopt a more inclusive approach incorporating flexible contact opportunities, the availability of more 'family-friendly' information and access to psychosocial support services for both parents.
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- Kenneth Finlayson
- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Direction de l'enseignement et l'Académie CHUM | Bibliothèque du CHUM, Centre Hospitalier de l'Universite de Montreal, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (PMNCH), World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Global Women's and Newborn's Health Group, Burnet Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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van den Berg LMM, Balaam MC, Nowland R, Moncrieff G, Topalidou A, Thompson S, Thomson G, de Jonge A, Downe S, Ellison G, Fenton A, Heazell A, de Jonge A, Kingdon C, Matthews Z, Severns A, Thomson G, Topalidou A, Wright A, Akooji N, Balaam MC, Cull J, van den Berg L, Crossland N, Feeley C, Franso B, Heys S, Moncrief G, Nowland R, Sarian A, Booker M, Sandall J, Thornton J, Lynskey-Wilkie T, Wilson V, Abe R, Awe T, Adeyinka T, Bender-Atik R, Brigante L, Brione R, Cadée F, Duff E, Draycott T, Fisher D, Francis A, Franx A, Erasmus M, Frith L, Griew L, Harmer C, Homer C, Knight M, Mansfield A, Marlow N, Mcaree T, Monteith D, Reed K, Richens Y, Rocca-Ihenacho L, Ross-Davie M, Talbot S, Taylor M, Treadwell M. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands maternity care responses to COVID-19: A comparative study. Women Birth 2023; 36:127-135. [PMID: 35422406 PMCID: PMC8979792 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2022.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/31/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND The national health care response to coronavirus (COVID-19) has varied between countries. The United Kingdom (UK) and the Netherlands (NL) have comparable maternity and neonatal care systems, and experienced similar numbers of COVID-19 infections, but had different organisational responses to the pandemic. Understanding why and how similarities and differences occurred in these two contexts could inform optimal care in normal circumstances, and during future crises. AIM To compare the UK and Dutch COVID-19 maternity and neonatal care responses in three key domains: choice of birthplace, companionship, and families in vulnerable situations. METHOD A multi-method study, including documentary analysis of national organisation policy and guidance on COVID-19, and interviews with national and regional stakeholders. FINDINGS Both countries had an infection control focus, with less emphasis on the impact of restrictions, especially for families in vulnerable situations. Differences included care providers' fear of contracting COVID-19; the extent to which community- and personalised care was embedded in the care system before the pandemic; and how far multidisciplinary collaboration and service-user involvement were prioritised. CONCLUSION We recommend that countries should 1) make a systematic plan for crisis decision-making before a serious event occurs, and that this must include authentic service-user involvement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and protection of staff wellbeing 2) integrate women's and families' values into the maternity and neonatal care system, ensuring equitable inclusion of the most vulnerable and 3) strengthen community provision to ensure system wide resilience to future shocks from pandemics, or other unexpected large-scale events.
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- Lauri M M van den Berg
- Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Midwifery Science, AVAG/Amsterdam Public Health, The Netherlands.
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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- Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Midwifery Science, AVAG/Amsterdam Public Health, The Netherlands; Research Centre of Midwifery Science Maastricht, Zuyd University, The Netherlands
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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- Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Midwifery Science, AVAG/Amsterdam Reproduction and Development, The Netherlands
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Care, University of Central Lancashire, UK
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Thomson G, Cook J, Crossland N, Balaam MC, Byrom A, Jassat R, Gerrard S. Minoritised ethnic women's experiences of inequities and discrimination in maternity services in North-West England: a mixed-methods study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2022; 22:958. [PMID: 36550440 PMCID: PMC9773462 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-022-05279-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Minoritised ethnic perinatal women can experience judgemental and stigmatising care due to systemic racism. Discriminatory care contributes to increased risks of poor maternal and infant outcomes, including higher rates of mental ill-health. This study aimed to explore minoritised ethnic women's experiences of maternity services, including maternity care and mental health support, within a North-West England locality. Here we use an equity lens to report the findings that describe if and how women's personal, cultural, and spiritual needs were met, their experiences of discriminatory and prejudicial care, and to identify recommendations for service provision. METHODS A mixed-methods study was undertaken comprising an online survey, interviews, and community consultations. Questions explored access to and experiences of antenatal care and education; information, communication, and choice; experiences of (dis)respect and judgement; mental health needs and support; cultural/religious needs and support; and overall experiences of maternity care. Eligibility criteria were: women, 18+ years, from self-reported minoritised ethnic backgrounds, who had given birth in the previous 2 years and received maternity care in the locality. Surveys were available in seven languages and distributed via social media, mother-baby groups, and community locations. English-speaking survey participants were invited to take part in a follow-up interview. Community staff were approached to collect data on behalf of the study team. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively (n, %) and merged with qualitative data into descriptive themes. RESULTS Overall, 104 women provided data; most self-identified as Asian (65.0%) or Black (10.7%) and were aged between 30-34 (32.0%) or 25-29 years (23.3%). Four descriptive themes are reported: 'accessing care' details variations and barriers in accessing maternity care; 'communication needs, and resources' describes views on adaptions and resources for specific communication needs; 'meeting religious and cultural needs' outlines how various religious and cultural needs were met by maternity providers; 'discriminatory or stigmatising care' reports on experiences of pejorative and inequitable care. CONCLUSIONS An equity lens helped identify areas of discriminatory and inequitable care. Key recommendations include cultural safety training for staff; service-user engagement and co-production of research and resources, and appropriate facilities and recording systems to facilitate individualised, needs-based maternity care.
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- Gill Thomson
- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Community Health & Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843Applied Health Research Hub, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Community Health & Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Community Health & Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Community Health & Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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- grid.7943.90000 0001 2167 3843School of Nursing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2H2 UK
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Sacks E, Finlayson K, Brizuela V, Crossland N, Ziegler D, Sauvé C, Langlois ÉV, Javadi D, Downe S, Bonet M. Factors that influence uptake of routine postnatal care: Findings on women's perspectives from a qualitative evidence synthesis. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0270264. [PMID: 35960752 PMCID: PMC9374256 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0270264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Effective postnatal care is important for optimal care of women and newborns-to promote health and wellbeing, identify and treat clinical and psychosocial concerns, and to provide support for families. Yet uptake of formal postnatal care services is low and inequitable in many countries. As part of a larger study examining the views of women, partners, and families requiring both routine and specialised care, we analysed a subset of data on the views and experiences of women related to routine postnatal care. METHODS We undertook a qualitative evidence synthesis, using a framework analysis approach. We included studies published up to December 2019 with extractable qualitative data, with no language restriction. We focused on women in the general population and their accounts of routine postnatal care utilization. We searched MEDLINE, PUBMED, CINAHL, EMBASE, EBM-Reviews, and grey literature. Two reviewers screened each study independently; inclusion was agreed by consensus. Data abstraction and scientific quality assessment were carried out using a study-specific extraction form and established quality assessment tools. The analysis framework was developed a priori based on previous knowledge and research on the topic and adapted. Due to the number of included texts, the final synthesis was developed inductively from the initial framework by iterative sampling of the included studies, until data saturation was achieved. Findings are presented by high versus low/middle income country, and by confidence in the finding, applying the GRADE-CERQual approach. FINDINGS Of 12,678 papers, 512 met the inclusion criteria; 59 articles were sampled for analysis. Five themes were identified: access and availability; physical and human resources; external influences; social norms; and experience of care. High confidence study findings included the perceived low value of postnatal care for healthy women and infants; concerns around access and quality of care; and women's desire for more emotional and psychosocial support during the postnatal period. These findings highlight multiple missed opportunities for postnatal care promotion and ensuring continuity of care. CONCLUSIONS Factors that influence women's utilization of postnatal care are interlinked, and include access, quality, and social norms. Many women recognised the specific challenges of the postnatal period and emphasised the need for emotional and psychosocial support in this time, in addition to clinical care. While this is likely a universal need, studies on mental health needs have predominantly been conducted in high-income settings. Postnatal care programmes and related research should consider these multiple drivers and multi-faceted needs, and the holistic postpartum needs of women and their families should be studied in a wider range of settings. REGISTRATION This protocol is registered in the PROSPERO database for systematic reviews: CRD42019139183.
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- Emma Sacks
- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Genève, Switzerland
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Centre Hospitalier de l’Universite de Montreal, Montreal, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier de l’Universite de Montreal, Montreal, Canada
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- Partnership for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health, World Health Organization, Genève, Switzerland
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Genève, Switzerland
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Thomson G, Balaam MC, Nowland Harris R, Crossland N, Moncrieff G, Heys S, Sarian A, Cull J, Topalidou A, Downe S. Companionship for women/birthing people using antenatal and intrapartum care in England during COVID-19: a mixed-methods analysis of national and organisational responses and perspectives. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e051965. [PMID: 35017241 PMCID: PMC8753093 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-051965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To explore stakeholders' and national organisational perspectives on companionship for women/birthing people using antenatal and intrapartum care in England during COVID-19, as part of the Achieving Safe and Personalised maternity care In Response to Epidemics (ASPIRE) COVID-19 UK study. SETTING Maternity care provision in England. PARTICIPANTS Interviews were held with 26 national governmental, professional and service-user organisation leads (July-December 2020). Other data included public-facing outputs logged from 25 maternity Trusts (September/October 2020) and data extracted from 78 documents from eight key governmental, professional and service-user organisations that informed national maternity care guidance and policy (February-December 2020). RESULTS Six themes emerged: 'Postcode lottery of care' highlights variations in companionship and visiting practices between trusts/locations, 'Confusion and stress around 'rules'' relates to a lack of and variable information concerning companionship/visiting, 'Unintended consequences' concerns the negative impacts of restricted companionship or visiting on women/birthing people and staff, 'Need for flexibility' highlights concerns about applying companionship and visiting policies irrespective of need, ''Acceptable' time for support' highlights variations in when and if companionship was 'allowed' antenatally and intrapartum and 'Loss of human rights for gain in infection control' emphasises how a predominant focus on infection control was at a cost to psychological safety and human rights. CONCLUSIONS Policies concerning companionship and visiting have been inconsistently applied within English maternity services during the COVID-19 pandemic. In some cases, policies were not justified by the level of risk, and were applied indiscriminately regardless of need. There is an urgent need to determine how to sensitively and flexibly balance risks and benefits and optimise outcomes during the current and future crisis situations.
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- Gill Thomson
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health group, School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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Feeley C, Crossland N, Betran AP, Weeks A, Downe S, Kingdon C. Training and expertise in undertaking assisted vaginal delivery (AVD): a mixed methods systematic review of practitioners views and experiences. Reprod Health 2021; 18:92. [PMID: 33952309 PMCID: PMC8097768 DOI: 10.1186/s12978-021-01146-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 04/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND During childbirth, complications may arise which necessitate an expedited delivery of the fetus. One option is instrumental assistance (forceps or a vacuum-cup), which, if used with skill and sensitivity, can improve maternal/neonatal outcomes. This review aimed to understand the core competencies and expertise required for skilled use in AVD in conjunction with reviewing potential barriers and facilitators to gaining competency and expertise, from the point of view of maternity care practitioners, funders and policy makers. METHODS A mixed methods systematic review was undertaken in five databases. Inclusion criteria were primary studies reporting views, opinions, perspectives and experiences of the target group in relation to the expertise, training, behaviours and competencies required for optimal AVD, barriers and facilitators to achieving practitioner competencies, and to the implementation of appropriate training. Quality appraisal was carried out on included studies. A mixed-methods convergent synthesis was carried out, and the findings were subjected to GRADE-CERQual assessment of confidence. RESULTS 31 papers, reporting on 27 studies and published 1985-2020 were included. Studies included qualitative designs (3), mixed methods (3), and quantitative surveys (21). The majority (23) were from high-income countries, two from upper-middle income countries, one from a lower-income country: one survey included 111 low-middle countries. Confidence in the 10 statements of findings was mostly low, with one exception (moderate confidence). The review found that AVD competency comprises of inter-related skill sets including non-technical skills (e.g. behaviours), general clinical skills; and specific technical skills associated with particular instrument use. We found that practitioners needed and welcomed additional specific training, where a combination of teaching methods were used, to gain skills and confidence in this field. Clinical mentorship, and observing others confidently using the full range of instruments, was also required, and valued, to develop competency and expertise in AVD. However, concerns regarding poor outcomes and litigation were also raised. CONCLUSION Access to specific AVD training, using a combination of teaching methods. Complements, but does not replace, close clinical mentorship from experts who are positive about AVD, and opportunities to practice emerging AVD skills with supportive supervision. Further research is required to ascertain effective modalities for wider training, education, and supportive supervision for optimal AVD use.
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- Claire Feeley
- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK.
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organisation, 1211, Geneva 27, Switzerland
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- Sanyu Research Unit, Liverpool Women's Hospital Women and Children's Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, L87SS, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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Crossland N, Kingdon C, Balaam MC, Betrán AP, Downe S. Women's, partners' and healthcare providers' views and experiences of assisted vaginal birth: a systematic mixed methods review. Reprod Health 2020; 17:83. [PMID: 32487226 PMCID: PMC7268509 DOI: 10.1186/s12978-020-00915-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND When certain complications arise during the second stage of labour, assisted vaginal delivery (AVD), a vaginal birth with forceps or vacuum extractor, can effectively improve outcomes by ending prolonged labour or by ensuring rapid birth in response to maternal or fetal compromise. In recent decades, the use of AVD has decreased in many settings in favour of caesarean section (CS). This review aimed to improve understanding of experiences, barriers and facilitators for AVD use. METHODS Systematic searches of eight databases using predefined search terms to identify studies reporting views and experiences of maternity service users, their partners, health care providers, policymakers, and funders in relation to AVD. Relevant studies were assessed for methodological quality. Qualitative findings were synthesised using a meta-ethnographic approach. Confidence in review findings was assessed using GRADE CERQual. Findings from quantitative studies were synthesised narratively and assessed using an adaptation of CERQual. Qualitative and quantitative review findings were triangulated using a convergence coding matrix. RESULTS Forty-two studies (published 1985-2019) were included: six qualitative, one mixed-method and 35 quantitative. Thirty-five were from high-income countries, and seven from LMIC settings. Confidence in the findings was moderate or low. Spontaneous vaginal birth was most likely to be associated with positive short and long-term outcomes, and emergency CS least likely. Views and experiences of AVD tended to fall somewhere between these two extremes. Where indicated, AVD can be an effective, acceptable alternative to caesarean section. There was agreement or partial agreement across qualitative studies and surveys that the experience of AVD is impacted by the unexpected nature of events and, particularly in high-income settings, unmet expectations. Positive relationships, good communication, involvement in decision-making, and (believing in) the reason for intervention were important mediators of birth experience. Professional attitudes and skills (development) were simultaneously barriers and facilitators of AVD in quantitative studies. CONCLUSIONS Information, positive interaction and communication with providers and respectful care are facilitators for acceptance of AVD. Barriers include lack of training and skills for decision-making and use of instruments.
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- Nicola Crossland
- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK.
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- Research in Childbirth and Health Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- Research in Childbirth and Health Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP), Department of Reproductive Health and Research, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Research in Childbirth and Health Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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Crossland N, Thomson G, Moran VH. Impact of parenting resources on breastfeeding, parenting confidence and relationships. Midwifery 2020; 81:102591. [DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2019.102591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2019] [Revised: 10/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/27/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Thomson G, Crossland N. Using the behaviour change wheel to explore infant feeding peer support provision; insights from a North West UK evaluation. Int Breastfeed J 2019; 14:41. [PMID: 31548846 PMCID: PMC6749647 DOI: 10.1186/s13006-019-0236-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background Breastfeeding peer support is advocated in national and international guidelines, but the evidence base is mixed. In the UK, breastfeeding peer support was found to be ineffective in randomised controlled trials, while women report positive impacts on breastfeeding experiences in qualitative studies. A key criticism levied against breastfeeding peer support is the lack of theory underpinning intervention design. Here we use the Behaviour Change Wheel to structure the analysis of evaluation data from an infant feeding peer support service in one area in North West England. We aimed to provide theoretically informed insights into how peer support can be operationalised to influence women’s breastfeeding experiences. Methods A 2 year mixed-methods evaluation (2014–2016) comprised surveys and interviews (individual or group) with peer supporters, health and community professionals, project leads and women, and routinely collected infant feeding data. We used the three layers (policies, intervention functions and behaviour-related components) of the Behaviour Change Wheel to structure and interpret the data. Results Overall data comprised 23 interviews (n = 14 - individual; n = 9 - group) and 409 completed surveys. The findings are presented in three sections. First, the ‘policies’ (outer) layer of the Behaviour Change Wheel provides insights into the existing context, infrastructure and resources that underpinned peer support delivery. Then the second (intervention functions) and inner (behaviour components) layers of the Behaviour Change Wheel are used to present three themes, ‘developing capabilities for infant feeding’, ‘motivating guidance and support’ and ‘opportunities for support’. These findings highlight that a peer support service delivered in a context of effective interdisciplinary partnerships, Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation, and flexible service planning, with peer support provided via different types of instrumental, social, practical and emotional support was perceived to be highly beneficial on women’s breastfeeding experiences. In the final section key challenges faced by the service are outlined. Conclusion While gaps and areas for development were highlighted, the service enhanced women’s capabilities, motivations and opportunities for breastfeeding. These theoretically informed insights into an organic and responsive peer support service help build the evidence base for breastfeeding peer support and to identify positive delivery features for future testing.
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- Gill Thomson
- 1Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE UK.,2School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Högskolegatan 2, Falun, Sweden
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- 1Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE UK
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Kingdon C, Roberts D, Turner MA, Storey C, Crossland N, Finlayson KW, Downe S. Inequalities and stillbirth in the UK: a meta-narrative review. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e029672. [PMID: 31515427 PMCID: PMC6747680 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2019] [Revised: 07/25/2019] [Accepted: 08/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To review what is known about the relationship between stillbirth and inequalities from different disciplinary perspectives to inform stillbirth prevention strategies. DESIGN Systematic review using the meta-narrative method. SETTING Studies undertaken in the UK. DATA SOURCES Scoping phase: experts in field, exploratory electronic searches and handsearching. Systematic searches phase: Nine databases with no geographical or date restrictions. Non-English language studies were excluded. STUDY SELECTION Any investigation of stillbirth and inequalities with a UK component. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Three authors extracted data and assessed study quality. Data were summarised, tabulated and presented graphically before synthesis of the unfolding storyline by research tradition; and then of the commonalities, differences and interplays between narratives into resultant summary meta-themes. RESULTS Fifty-four sources from nine distinctive research traditions were included. The evidence of associations between social inequalities and stillbirth spanned 70 years. Across research traditions, there was recurrent evidence of the social gradient remaining constant or increasing, fuelling repeated calls for action (meta-theme 1: something must be done). There was less evidence of an effective response to these calls. Data pertaining to socioeconomic, area and ethnic disparities were routinely collected, but not consistently recorded, monitored or reported in relation to stillbirth (meta-theme 2: problems of precision). Many studies stressed the interplay of socioeconomic status, deprivation or ethnicity with aggregated factors including heritable, structural, environmental and lifestyle factors (meta-theme 3: moving from associations towards intersectionality and intervention(s)). No intervention studies were identified. CONCLUSION Research investigating inequalities and stillbirth in the UK is underdeveloped. This is despite repeated evidence of an association between stillbirth risk and poverty, and stillbirth risk, poverty and ethnicity. A specific research forum is required to lead the development of research and policy in this area, which can harness the multiple relevant research perspectives and address the intersections between different policy areas. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42017079228.
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- Carol Kingdon
- Research in childbirth and health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Department of Obstetrics, Liverpool Womens NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Women's and Childrens Health, Liverpool Women's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Research in childbirth and health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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Crossland N, Thomson G, Moran VH. Embedding supportive parenting resources into maternity and early years care pathways: a mixed methods evaluation. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2019; 19:253. [PMID: 31331285 PMCID: PMC6647328 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-019-2388-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2018] [Accepted: 06/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND During pregnancy and postnatally, women seek information from a variety of sources. The potential to incorporate educational pregnancy and parenting resources into conventional health services is underexplored. In 2014-2016, UK-based charity Best Beginnings used an embedding model to embed three of their resources - the Baby Buddy app, Baby Express magazine, and 'From Bump to Breastfeeding' DVD - into maternity and early years care pathways at three sites in the north of England. A mixed-methods evaluation comprising an impact evaluation and a process evaluation was undertaken. Here we report findings from the process evaluation that aimed to understand the embedding process, explore maternity and early years' professionals' views and use of the resources, explore women's engagement with and views of the resources, and identify barriers and facilitators to the embedding process. METHODS We carried out semi-structured interviews with stakeholders (professionals involved in embedding) and observations of embedding activities to understand how embedding worked. Surveys of postnatal women were conducted over a two-month period both prior to, and after, the resources had been embedded, to ascertain engagement with and views of the resources. A survey of professionals was carried out post-embedding to understand how, where and when the resources were used in practice, and professionals' views. Descriptive and thematic analyses were undertaken. RESULTS Thirty stakeholders took part in interviews. Surveys were completed by 146 professionals, and by 161 and 192 women in the pre and post-embedding phases respectively. Themes derived from analysis of qualitative data were 'Implementation of the embedding model', 'Promotion and distribution of, and engagement with, the resources', 'Fit with care pathways', and 'Perceptions of the resources'. While survey responses indicated that embedding of the resources into practice was not yet complete, those who had used the resources believed that they had helped increase knowledge, build confidence and support relationship-building. CONCLUSIONS Incorporating supportive parenting resources into maternity and early years' care pathways requires a planned embedding approach, committed champions, and senior management support. Findings indicate largely positive views of women and professionals, and suggest the resources can be a beneficial aid for families.
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- Nicola Crossland
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK.
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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McInnes RJ, Gillespie N, Crossland N, Hall Moran V, Hoddinott P. Women's views about a free breast pump service: Online survey informing intervention development. Matern Child Nutr 2019; 15:e12745. [PMID: 30381867 PMCID: PMC7198920 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2018] [Revised: 10/10/2018] [Accepted: 10/16/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Improving breastfeeding outcomes is a global priority; however, in the United Kingdom, continuation of breastfeeding remains low. Growing empirical evidence suggests a free breast pump service might be an acceptable and feasible incentive intervention to improve breastfeeding outcomes and reduce heath inequalities. To inform intervention development, we conducted an online survey with women recruited via social media using snowball sampling. Data were analysed descriptively (closed questions) with qualitative thematic analysis (free text). The survey was completed by 666 women, most of whom had recently breastfed and used a breast pump. Participants agreed that free pump hire (rental/loan; 567 women; 85.1%) or a free pump to keep (408; 61.3%) should be provided. Free text comments provided by 408 women (free pump) and 309 women (free hire) highlighted potential benefits: helping women to continue breastfeeding; express milk; overcome difficulties; and pump choice. Concerns are possible effect on breast milk supply, reduced breastfeeding, pumps replacing good support for breastfeeding, and pump hire hygiene. Personal and societal costs are important issues. Some suggested a pump service should be for low-income mothers, those with feeding difficulties or sick/preterm infants. A one-size service would not suit all and vouchers were proposed. Some suggested fees and deposits to prevent waste. To our knowledge, this is the first study reporting views about the acceptability of providing a free breast pump hire service. Mothers support and wish to have a say in breast pump service development. Future evaluations should address impact on feeding outcomes, professional support, hygiene for hired pumps, and costs.
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- Rhona J. McInnes
- Associate Professor in Maternal Health & Consultant Midwife for NHS Lothian, School of Health and Social CareEdinburgh Napier University (ENU)EdinburghScotland
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- Research Midwife, Nursing Midwifery Allied Health Professions Research UnitGlasgow Caledonian UniversityGlasgowScotland
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- Research Associate, Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, College of Health and WellbeingUniversity of Central LancashirePrestonUK
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- Associate Professor, Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, College of Health and WellbeingUniversity of Central LancashirePrestonUK
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- Chair in Primary Care, Nursing Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research UnitUniversity of StirlingStirlingUK
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Ohly H, Crossland N, Dykes F, Lowe N, Moran VH. A realist qualitative study to explore how low-income pregnant women use Healthy Start food vouchers. Matern Child Nutr 2018; 15:e12632. [PMID: 29956890 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2018] [Revised: 05/09/2018] [Accepted: 05/15/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Healthy Start is the UK government's food voucher programme for low-income pregnant women and young children. It was introduced in 2006, but the impact of the programme on nutritional outcomes remains understudied. This study sought to explore potential outcomes of the Healthy Start programme (including intended and unintended outcomes) and develop explanations for how and why these outcomes might occur. A realist review preceded this study, in which programme theories were developed and tested using existing evidence. This qualitative study aimed to further refine and consolidate the programme theories from the realist review while remaining open to new and emerging theories (or hypotheses) about how low-income pregnant women use Healthy Start vouchers. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 11 low-income women from North West England, who received Healthy Start vouchers during pregnancy. A realist logic of analysis was applied to generate clear and transparent linkages between outcomes and explanations. The findings suggested that some women used the vouchers to improve their diets during pregnancy (intended outcome), whereas some women were diverted towards alternative or unintended outcomes. Women's circumstances, values, beliefs, and motivations influenced how they perceived and responded to the vouchers. This paper presents four evidence-based programme theories to explain four contrasting (and potentially overlapping) outcomes: dietary improvements (theory refined from review), shared benefits (new theory), financial assistance (theory refined from review), and stockpiling formula (new theory). It considers how the Healthy Start programme could be improved, to increase the possibilities for low-income women to experience the intended outcome of dietary improvements.
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- Heather Ohly
- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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OBJECTIVES To explore how low-income pregnant women use Healthy Start food vouchers, the potential impacts of the programme, and which women might experience these impacts and why. DESIGN A realist review. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTING STUDIES Primary or empirical studies (of any design) were included if they contributed relevant evidence or insights about how low-income women use food vouchers from the Healthy Start (UK) or the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programmes. The assessment of 'relevance' was deliberately broad to ensure that reviewers remained open to new ideas from a variety of sources of evidence. ANALYSIS A combination of evidence synthesis and realist analysis techniques was used to modify, refine and substantiate programme theories, which were constructed as explanatory 'context-mechanism-outcome'-configurations. RESULTS 38 primary studies were included in this review: four studies on Healthy Start and 34 studies on WIC. Two main outcome strands were identified: dietary improvements (intended) and financial assistance (unintended). Three evidence-informed programme theories were proposed to explain how aspects of context (and mechanisms) may generate these outcomes: the 'relative value' of healthy eating (prioritisation of resources); retailer discretion (pressure to 'bend the rules'); the influence of other family members (disempowerment). CONCLUSIONS This realist review suggests that some low-income pregnant women may use Healthy Start vouchers to increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables and plain cow's milk, whereas others may use them to reduce food expenditure and save money for other things.
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- Heather Ohly
- College of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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Crossland N, Thomson G, Morgan H, MacLennan G, Campbell M, Dykes F, Hoddinott P. Breast pumps as an incentive for breastfeeding: a mixed methods study of acceptability. Matern Child Nutr 2016; 12:726-39. [PMID: 27502101 PMCID: PMC5096021 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2016] [Revised: 05/27/2016] [Accepted: 05/30/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Increasing breastfeeding rates would improve maternal and child health, but multiple barriers to breastfeeding persist. Breast pump provision has been used as an incentive for breastfeeding, although effectiveness is unclear. Women's use of breast pumps is increasing and a high proportion of mothers express breastmilk. No research has yet reported women's and health professionals' perspectives on breast pumps as an incentive for breastfeeding. In the Benefits of Incentives for Breastfeeding and Smoking cessation in pregnancy (BIBS) study, mixed methods research explored women's and professionals' views of breast pumps as an incentive for breastfeeding. A survey of health professionals across Scotland and North West England measured agreement with ‘a breast pump costing around £40 provided for free on the NHS’ as an incentive strategy. Qualitative interviews and focus groups were conducted in two UK regions with a total of 68 participants (pregnant women, new mothers, and their significant others and health professionals) and thematic analysis undertaken. The survey of 497 health professionals found net agreement of 67.8% (337/497) with the breast pump incentive strategy, with no predictors of agreement shown by a multiple ordered logistic regression model. Qualitative research found interrelated themes of the ‘appeal and value of breast pumps’, ‘sharing the load’, ‘perceived benefits’, ‘perceived risks’ and issues related to ‘timing’. Qualitative participants expressed mixed views on the acceptability of breast pumps as an incentive for breastfeeding. Understanding the mechanisms of action for pump type, timing and additional support required for effectiveness is required to underpin trials of breast pump provision as an incentive for improving breastfeeding outcomes. © 2016 The Authors. Maternal & Child Nutrition published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
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- Nicola Crossland
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom.
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Community Health and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, United Kingdom
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Morgan H, Hoddinott P, Thomson G, Crossland N, Farrar S, Yi D, Hislop J, Moran VH, MacLennan G, Dombrowski SU, Rothnie K, Stewart F, Bauld L, Ludbrook A, Dykes F, Sniehotta FF, Tappin D, Campbell M. Benefits of Incentives for Breastfeeding and Smoking cessation in pregnancy (BIBS): a mixed-methods study to inform trial design. Health Technol Assess 2016; 19:1-522, vii-viii. [PMID: 25897655 DOI: 10.3310/hta19300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Smoking in pregnancy and/or not breastfeeding have considerable negative health outcomes for mother and baby. AIM To understand incentive mechanisms of action for smoking cessation in pregnancy and breastfeeding, develop a taxonomy and identify promising, acceptable and feasible interventions to inform trial design. DESIGN Evidence syntheses, primary qualitative survey, and discrete choice experiment (DCE) research using multidisciplinary, mixed methods. Two mother-and-baby groups in disadvantaged areas collaborated throughout. SETTING UK. PARTICIPANTS The qualitative study included 88 pregnant women/recent mothers/partners, 53 service providers, 24 experts/decision-makers and 63 conference attendees. The surveys included 1144 members of the general public and 497 health professionals. The DCE study included 320 women with a history of smoking. METHODS (1) Evidence syntheses: incentive effectiveness (including meta-analysis and effect size estimates), delivery processes, barriers to and facilitators of smoking cessation in pregnancy and/or breastfeeding, scoping review of incentives for lifestyle behaviours; (2) qualitative research: grounded theory to understand incentive mechanisms of action and a framework approach for trial design; (3) survey: multivariable ordered logit models; (4) DCE: conditional logit regression and the log-likelihood ratio test. RESULTS Out of 1469 smoking cessation and 5408 breastfeeding multicomponent studies identified, 23 smoking cessation and 19 breastfeeding studies were included in the review. Vouchers contingent on biochemically proven smoking cessation in pregnancy were effective, with a relative risk of 2.58 (95% confidence interval 1.63 to 4.07) compared with non-contingent incentives for participation (four studies, 344 participants). Effects continued until 3 months post partum. Inconclusive effects were found for breastfeeding incentives compared with no/smaller incentives (13 studies) but provider commitment contracts for breastfeeding show promise. Intervention intensity is a possible confounder. The acceptability of seven promising incentives was mixed. Women (for vouchers) and those with a lower level of education (except for breastfeeding incentives) were more likely to disagree. Those aged ≤ 44 years and ethnic minority groups were more likely to agree. Agreement was greatest for a free breast pump and least for vouchers for breastfeeding. Universal incentives were preferred to those targeting low-income women. Initial daily text/telephone support, a quitting pal, vouchers for > £20.00 per month and values up to £80.00 increase the likelihood of smoking cessation. Doctors disagreed with provider incentives. A 'ladder' logic model emerged through data synthesis and had face validity with service users. It combined an incentive typology and behaviour change taxonomy. Autonomy and well-being matter. Personal difficulties, emotions, socialising and attitudes of others are challenges to climbing a metaphorical 'ladder' towards smoking cessation and breastfeeding. Incentive interventions provide opportunity 'rungs' to help, including regular skilled flexible support, a pal, setting goals, monitoring and outcome verification. Individually tailored and non-judgemental continuity of care can bolster women's capabilities to succeed. Rigid, prescriptive interventions placing the onus on women to behave 'healthily' risk them feeling pressurised and failing. To avoid 'losing face', women may disengage. LIMITATIONS Included studies were heterogeneous and of variable quality, limiting the assessment of incentive effectiveness. No cost-effectiveness data were reported. In surveys, selection bias and confounding are possible. The validity and utility of the ladder logic model requires evaluation with more diverse samples of the target population. CONCLUSIONS Incentives provided with other tailored components show promise but reach is a concern. Formal evaluation is recommended. Collaborative service-user involvement is important. STUDY REGISTRATION This study is registered as PROSPERO CRD42012001980. FUNDING The National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment programme.
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- Heather Morgan
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- The Institute of Social Marketing, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Institute of Health and Society, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, UK
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- Perinatal Epidemiology and Child Health Unit, School of Medicine, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Morgan H, Thomson G, Crossland N, Dykes F, Hoddinott P. Combining PPI with qualitative research to engage 'harder-to-reach' populations: service user groups as co-applicants on a platform study for a trial. Res Involv Engagem 2016; 2:7. [PMID: 29062508 PMCID: PMC5611582 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-016-0023-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2015] [Accepted: 02/13/2016] [Indexed: 05/22/2023]
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PLAIN ENGLISH SUMMARY It is recommended that research studies are carried out with or by patients and the public through their involvement from the beginning and in as many stages as possible (known as PPI). Some studies formally invite patients and the public to participate in interviews and focused group discussions to collect views about topics (known as qualitative research). In our study on financial incentives for giving up smoking in pregnancy and breastfeeding, we combined both PPI and qualitative research to include the views of women with a range of experiences of smoking and breastfeeding. We involved two mother and baby groups in disadvantaged areas of North East Scotland and North West England as research partners on our team. First, we asked members to comment on our research plans and documents, which is standard PPI. Second, we asked members to participate in voice recorded discussions, contributing to qualitative research data. These discussions revealed different views from those that we heard through research interviews. They allowed us to develop more relevant research tools and resources. Members also helped us to identify people outside the groups who we could interview. Combining involvement and participation helped us to include the views of a wide range of women from 'harder-to-reach' groups who don't usually take part in research. This was important because the research was intended for women who could benefit from incentives to stop smoking in pregnancy and breastfeed, often present in such groups. Positive continuing relationships and trust improved on involvement or participation alone. BACKGROUND Patient and public involvement (PPI) in all research studies is recommended from the earliest point and in as many stages as possible. Qualitative research is also recommended in the early stages of designing complex intervention trials. Combining both together might enable inclusion of 'harder-to-reach' perspectives from the target population(s), particularly when the research is intended for their benefit. However, the interface between PPI and qualitative research has received little attention. In a multi-disciplinary, mixed methods study to inform the design of incentive trials for smoking cessation in pregnancy and breastfeeding, we combined PPI and qualitative research, with some overlap. Mother and baby groups from two geographically separate disadvantaged areas, with diverse experiences of the smoking and breastfeeding, but no training or previous involvement in research, were recruited as PPI research grant co-applicants. An iterative partnership approach facilitated involvement in research conduct and design across all project phases. Group PPI members were also invited to contribute to more formal qualitative data collection, as and when indicated by the research questions, and emerging analysis. RESULTS We engaged with 'harder-to-reach' women in mother and baby group settings, rather than in academic or home environments. These settings were relaxed and informal, which facilitated rapport-building, disclosures of unexpected information and maintained trust. Twenty-one women participated in standard PPI activities: feedback on study protocols and documents; piloting questionnaires and interview schedules. PPI members voiced some different perspectives from those captured within the qualitative dataset. Nineteen participated in focused qualitative research. Novel aspects were audio recorded PPI discussions, which contributed qualitative data; first, to interpret systematic review findings and construct intervention vignettes for use in the qualitative research; second, to assist with recruitment to improve sample diversity in the formal qualitative dataset; and third, to translate theory and findings presented in a researcher generated logic model into a lay tool. This had face validity for potential trial participants and used the metaphor of a ladder. CONCLUSIONS Combining and overlapping PPI and qualitative research added 'harder-to-reach' contributions, sample diversity, trust and engagement in creative approaches beyond what could be achieved through PPI or qualitative research alone.
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- Heather Morgan
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Foresterhill, Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD Scotland, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE England, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE England, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE England, UK
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA Scotland, UK
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Hoddinott P, Thomson G, Morgan H, Crossland N, MacLennan G, Dykes F, Stewart F, Bauld L, Campbell MK. Perspectives on financial incentives to health service providers for increasing breast feeding and smoking quit rates during pregnancy: a mixed methods study. BMJ Open 2015; 5:e008492. [PMID: 26567253 PMCID: PMC4654300 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-008492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To explore the acceptability, mechanisms and consequences of provider incentives for smoking cessation and breast feeding as part of the Benefits of Incentives for Breastfeeding and Smoking cessation in pregnancy (BIBS) study. DESIGN Cross-sectional survey and qualitative interviews. SETTING Scotland and North West England. PARTICIPANTS Early years professionals: 497 survey respondents included 156 doctors; 197 health visitors/maternity staff; 144 other health staff. Qualitative interviews or focus groups were conducted with 68 pregnant/postnatal women/family members; 32 service providers; 22 experts/decision-makers; 63 conference attendees. METHODS Early years professionals were surveyed via email about the acceptability of payments to local health services for reaching smoking cessation in pregnancy and breastfeeding targets. Agreement was measured on a 5-point scale using multivariable ordered logit models. A framework approach was used to analyse free-text survey responses and qualitative data. RESULTS Health professional net agreement for provider incentives for smoking cessation targets was 52.9% (263/497); net disagreement was 28.6% (142/497). Health visitors/maternity staff were more likely than doctors to agree: OR 2.35 (95% CI 1.51 to 3.64; p<0.001). Net agreement for provider incentives for breastfeeding targets was 44.1% (219/497) and net disagreement was 38.6% (192/497). Agreement was more likely for women (compared with men): OR 1.81 (1.09 to 3.00; p=0.023) and health visitors/maternity staff (compared with doctors): OR 2.54 (95% CI 1.65 to 3.91; p<0.001). Key emergent themes were 'moral tensions around acceptability', 'need for incentives', 'goals', 'collective or divisive action' and 'monitoring and proof'. While provider incentives can focus action and resources, tensions around the impact on relationships raised concerns. Pressure, burden of proof, gaming, box-ticking bureaucracies and health inequalities were counterbalances to potential benefits. CONCLUSIONS Provider incentives are favoured by non-medical staff. Solutions which increase trust and collaboration towards shared goals, without negatively impacting on relationships or increasing bureaucracy are required.
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- Pat Hoddinott
- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Department of Health Policy and Social Marketing, University of Stirling, Stirling, UK
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Moran VH, Morgan H, Rothnie K, MacLennan G, Stewart F, Thomson G, Crossland N, Tappin D, Campbell M, Hoddinott P. Incentives to promote breastfeeding: a systematic review. Pediatrics 2015; 135:e687-702. [PMID: 25647672 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2014-2221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Few women in industrialized countries achieve the World Health Organization's recommendation to breastfeed exclusively for 6 months. Governments are increasingly seeking new interventions to address this problem, including the use of incentives. The goal of this study was to assess the evidence regarding the effectiveness of incentive interventions, delivered within or outside of health care settings, to individuals and/or their families seeking to increase and sustain breastfeeding in the first 6 months after birth. METHODS Searches of electronic databases, reference lists, and grey literature were conducted to identify relevant reports of published, unpublished, and ongoing studies. All study designs published in English, which met our definition of incentives and that were from a developed country, were eligible for inclusion. Abstract and full-text article review with sequential data extraction were conducted by 2 independent authors. RESULTS Sixteen full reports were included in the review. The majority evaluated multicomponent interventions of varying frequency, intensity, and duration. Incentives involved providing access to breast pumps, gifts, vouchers, money, food packages, and help with household tasks, but little consensus in findings was revealed. The lack of high-quality, randomized controlled trials identified by this review and the multicomponent nature of the interventions prohibited meta-analysis. CONCLUSIONS This review found that the overall effect of providing incentives for breastfeeding compared with no incentives is unclear due to study heterogeneity and the variation in study quality. Further evidence on breastfeeding incentives offered to women is required to understand the possible effects of these interventions.
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- Victoria Hall Moran
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom;
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- David Tappin, School of Medicine, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom; and
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, United Kingdom
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Crossland N, Thomson G, Morgan H, Dombrowski SU, Hoddinott P. Incentives for breastfeeding and for smoking cessation in pregnancy: An exploration of types and meanings. Soc Sci Med 2015; 128:10-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2014.12.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Thomson G, Morgan H, Crossland N, Bauld L, Dykes F, Hoddinott P. Unintended consequences of incentive provision for behaviour change and maintenance around childbirth. PLoS One 2014; 9:e111322. [PMID: 25357121 PMCID: PMC4214733 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0111322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2014] [Accepted: 08/19/2014] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Financial (positive or negative) and non-financial incentives or rewards are increasingly used in attempts to influence health behaviours. While unintended consequences of incentive provision are discussed in the literature, evidence syntheses did not identify any primary research with the aim of investigating unintended consequences of incentive interventions for lifestyle behaviour change. Our objective was to investigate perceived positive and negative unintended consequences of incentive provision for a shortlist of seven promising incentive strategies for smoking cessation in pregnancy and breastfeeding. A multi-disciplinary, mixed-methods approach included involving two service-user mother and baby groups from disadvantaged areas with experience of the target behaviours as study co-investigators. Systematic reviews informed the shortlist of incentive strategies. Qualitative semi-structured interviews and a web-based survey of health professionals asked open questions on positive and negative consequences of incentives. The participants from three UK regions were a diverse sample with and without direct experience of incentive interventions: 88 pregnant women/recent mothers/partners/family members; 53 service providers; 24 experts/decision makers and interactive discussions with 63 conference attendees. Maternity and early years health professionals (n = 497) including doctors, midwives, health visitors, public health and related staff participated in the survey. Qualitative analysis identified ethical, political, cultural, social and psychological implications of incentive delivery at population and individual levels. Four key themes emerged: how incentives can address or create inequalities; enhance or diminish intrinsic motivation and wellbeing; have a positive or negative effect on relationships with others within personal networks or health providers; and can impact on health systems and resources by raising awareness and directing service delivery, but may be detrimental to other health care areas. Financial incentives are controversial and generated emotive and oppositional responses. The planning, design and delivery of future incentive interventions should evaluate unexpected consequences to inform the evidence for effectiveness, cost-effectiveness and future implementation.
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- Gill Thomson
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, England
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Scotland
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, England
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
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- Maternal and Infant Nutrition & Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, England
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
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Hoddinott P, Morgan H, Thomson G, Crossland N, Craig L, Britten J, Farrar S, Newlands R, Kiezebrink K, Coyle J. Intervention vignettes as a qualitative tool to refine complex intervention design. Trials 2013. [PMCID: PMC3980337 DOI: 10.1186/1745-6215-14-s1-o55] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Breastfeeding peer support, is considered to be a key intervention for increasing breastfeeding duration rates. Whilst a number of national organisations provide telephone based breastfeeding peer support, to date there have been no published evaluations into callers' experiences and attitudes of this support. In this study we report on the descriptive and qualitative insights provided by 908 callers as part of an evaluation of UK-based breastfeeding helpline(s). METHODS A structured telephone interview, incorporating Likert scale responses and open-ended questions was undertaken with 908 callers over May to August, 2011 to explore callers' experiences of the help and support received via the breastfeeding helpline(s). RESULTS Overall satisfaction with the helpline was high, with the vast majority of callers' recalling positive experiences of the help and support received. Thematic analysis was undertaken on all qualitative and descriptive data recorded during the evaluation, contextualised within the main areas addressed within the interview schedule in terms of 'contact with the helplines'; 'experiences of the helpline service', 'perceived effectiveness of support provision' and 'impact on caller wellbeing'. CONCLUSION Callers valued the opportunity for accessible, targeted, non-judgmental and convenient support. Whilst the telephone support did not necessarily influence women's breastfeeding decisions, the support they received left them feeling reassured, confident and more determined to continue breastfeeding. We recommend extending the helpline service to ensure support can be accessed when needed, and ongoing training and support for volunteers. Further advertising and promotion of the service within wider demographic groups is warranted.
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- Gill Thomson
- Maternal & Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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- Maternal & Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK
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Thomson G, Crossland N, Dykes F, Sutton CJ. UK Breastfeeding Helpline support: An investigation of influences upon satisfaction. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2012; 12:150. [PMID: 23234293 PMCID: PMC3534517 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2393-12-150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2012] [Accepted: 11/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Helpline services have become an increasingly popular mode of providing community access to information and expert information and advice in the health and welfare sector. This paper reports on data collected from 908 callers to UK-based breastfeeding helplines. Methods A mixed methods design was adopted utilising a structured interview schedule to elicit callers experiences of the help and support received. In this paper we report on a series of multiple regression models undertaken to elicit the variables associated with callers’ ‘overall satisfaction’ with the helpline service. Three models were constructed; 1) caller demographic/call characteristics; 2) attitudes and effectiveness of service characteristics and 3) impact of support on caller wellbeing. Results Overall, 74.6% of callers were very satisfied, and 19.8% were satisfied with the help and support received by the helpline service. The caller demographic/call characteristics found to have a significant relationship with overall satisfaction related to the ease of getting through to the helpline and whether the woman had previously breastfed. Service characteristics associated with overall satisfaction related to whether the information received was helpful and whether the support helped to resolve their issues. The extent to which the volunteer was perceived to have enough time, whether the support had encouraged them to continue breastfeeding, met the caller’s expectations and/or provided the support the caller needed were also significantly associated. Caller outcomes contributing significantly to overall satisfaction concerned callers feeling less stressed, more confident, reassured and determined to continue breastfeeding following the call. Consideration of the effect sizes indicated that key factors associated with overall satisfaction related to: volunteers having sufficient time to deal with the callers’ issues; the information being perceived as helpful; the volunteers providing the support the callers needed; and for callers to feel reassured following the call. Conclusion Overall, these results highlight the value of the breastfeeding helpline(s) in terms of providing rapid, targeted, realistic, practical, and responsive support that provides affirmation and encouragement. The benefits include confidence building and callers feeling reassured and motivated to continue breastfeeding. Care needs to be taken to ensure that helpline support is easily accessible to ensure that callers and their families can access support when needed. This may require consideration of extension to a 24 hour service.
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- Gill Thomson
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, England.
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Hall Moran V, Lowe N, Crossland N, Berti C, Cetin I, Hermoso M, Koletzko B, Dykes F. Nutritional requirements during lactation. Towards European alignment of reference values: the EURRECA network. Matern Child Nutr 2012; 6 Suppl 2:39-54. [PMID: 22296250 DOI: 10.1111/j.1740-8709.2010.00276.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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There is considerable variation in reference values for micronutrient intake during lactation across Europe. The European Micronutrients Recommendations Aligned project aims to harmonize dietary recommendations throughout Europe. Recommended nutrient intakes during lactation are based on limited data and are often extrapolated from known secretion of the nutrient in milk with adjustments for bioavailability, so that differences between values can be partly ascribed to differences in methodological approaches and how these approaches were applied. Few studies have considered the impact of lactation on the mother's nutritional status. Rather, focus has been placed on the influence of maternal nutritional status on the composition of her breast milk. Most common nutritional deficits in breast milk are the result of maternal deficiencies of the water-soluble vitamins, thiamine, riboflavin and vitamins B6 and B12. Other than maternal vitamin A status, which to some extent is reflected in breast milk, concentrations of fat-soluble vitamins and most minerals in breast milk are less affected by maternal status. Factors relating to suboptimal maternal nutritional status during lactation include maternal age, diet and lifestyle factors and spacing of consecutive births. Recent research is providing new knowledge on the micronutrient requirements of lactating women. Identifying needs for research and improving understanding of the differences in values that have been derived by various committees and groups across Europe will enhance transparency and facilitate the application of dietary recommendations in policy-making decision and their translation into recommendations for lactating women. Given the wide variation in breastfeeding practices across Europe, making nutritional recommendations for lactating women is complex and challenging. Thus, it is crucial to first examine the cultural practices within and across European populations and to assess its relevance before making recommendations.
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- Victoria Hall Moran
- Maternal & Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN), University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE, UK.
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Breastfeeding peer support has been identified as a key intervention to help improve breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding rates. The World Health Organization, and, in the UK, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, recommend the implementation of sustainable peer support programmes. As part of an evaluation into a comprehensive breastfeeding peer support service in north-west England, in-depth interviews were conducted with 47 women who had received a breastfeeding peer support service. In this paper, we have drawn upon the work of Morse and colleagues to interpret the data in relation to behavioural manifestations of hope, together with insights into the strategies used by the peer supporters to augment hopefulness for women's breastfeeding goals. These theoretical and practice-based findings offer insights into how the breastfeeding peer supporters provided realistic assessments across varying situational contexts, formed strategies and plans to help women overcome any obstacles, made women aware of any negative outcomes, mobilised external and personal resources to facilitate goal attainment, provided evaluations and feedback on women's (and infants') progress, and through praise, reassurance and instilling calm, the peer supporters helped women to focus their energy to achieve their breastfeeding goals. Practice-based implications are considered.
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- Gill Thomson
- Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK.
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Scarr E, Keriakous D, Crossland N, Dean B. No change in cortical muscarinic M2, M3 receptors or [35S]GTPgammaS binding in schizophrenia. Life Sci 2005; 78:1231-7. [PMID: 16214178 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2005.06.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2005] [Accepted: 06/24/2005] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Muscarinic M1, but not M4, receptors have been shown to be decreased in Brodmann's area (BA) 9 obtained postmortem from subjects with schizophrenia. This study extends that data by measuring levels of muscarinic M2 and M3 receptor protein and mRNAs in BA 9 and BA 40 from the same cohorts of subjects used in the study of M1 and M4 receptors. In addition, the ability of carbachol to stimulate muscarinic receptors that signal through the Gi/o G-proteins was measured in BA 9 from the same cohorts of subjects. There were no changes in levels of muscarinic M2 or M3 protein or M3 mRNA with diagnosis in either CNS region. M2 receptor mRNA could not be detected in BA 9 or BA 40. Finally, carbachol-stimulated GTPgammaS binding did not differ between the diagnostic cohorts in BA 9 (p = 0.64). These data add considerable weight to the argument that the muscarinic M1 receptor is the muscarinic receptor predominantly affected in BA 9 by the pathology of schizophrenia. Given the widespread changes in muscarinic receptors identified in the CNS of subjects of schizophrenia using functional neuroimaging it remains possible that receptors other than the M1 receptor may be altered in different CNS regions.
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- Elizabeth Scarr
- The Rebecca L. Cooper Research Laboratories, The Mental Health Research Institute of Victoria, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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Boyce P, Crossland N. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Int Psychiatry 2005. [DOI: 10.1192/s1749367600007529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The vision of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is of ‘a fellowship of psychiatrists working with and for the general community to achieve the best attainable quality of psychiatric care and mental health’. It is the principal organisation representing the specialty of psychiatry in Australia and New Zealand; it currently has around 2600 Fellows, who account for approximately 85% of psychiatrists in Australia and 50% of psychiatrists in New Zealand. The RANZCP sets the curriculum, accredits training and training programmes, and assesses trainee psychiatrists. In addition, it administers a continuing professional development programme for practising psychiatrists, has a role in policy development, publishes two scientific journals – the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry and Australasian Psychiatry – and holds an annual scientific congress.
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Boyce P, Crossland N. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Int Psychiatry 2005; 2:19-21. [PMID: 31507791 PMCID: PMC6733128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The vision of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is of 'a fellowship of psychiatrists working with and for the general community to achieve the best attainable quality of psychiatric care and mental health'. It is the principal organisation representing the specialty of psychiatry in Australia and New Zealand; it currently has around 2600 Fellows, who account for approximately 85% of psychiatrists in Australia and 50% of psychiatrists in New Zealand. The RANZCP sets the curriculum, accredits training and training programmes, and assesses trainee psychiatrists. In addition, it administers a continuing professional development programme for practising psychiatrists, has a role in policy development, publishes two scientific journals - the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry and Australasian Psychiatry - and holds an annual scientific congress.
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- Philip Boyce
- President, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, 309 Latrobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia; Professor of Psychiatry, Westmead Hospital, Wentworthville, New South Wales 2145, Australia,
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- Policy Research Officer, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
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Quested DJ, Whale R, Sharpley AL, McGavin CL, Crossland N, Harrison PJ, Cowen PJ. Allelic variation in the 5-HT2C receptor (HTR2C) and functional responses to the 5-HT2C receptor agonist, m-chlorophenylpiperazine. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 1999; 144:306-7. [PMID: 10435401 DOI: 10.1007/s002130051010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Increasing FtsZ induces the formation of minicells at cell poles but does not increase the frequency or timing of central divisions. A coordinate increase in both FtsZ and FtsA, however, increases the frequency of both polar and central divisions.
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- K Begg
- Institute of Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Edinburgh, Scotland
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