POSTPARTUM

This study looked at how long women with Factor V Leiden or Factor II mutations should take blood thinners after giving birth to prevent dangerous blood clots. Researchers compared treatment lasting less than 2 weeks versus 6 weeks in 86 women. The goal was to see if shorter trea…

This study followed 200 nurses returning to work after childbirth to understand how their work engagement changes over time. Researchers used surveys to measure work involvement and social support. The goal is to create strategies that help nurses adapt better and improve patient…

This study tested a new way to help new mothers get birth control soon after giving birth. Instead of separate appointments, the researchers scheduled contraception care at the same time as the baby's well-baby visit. Over 2,500 women took part at seven clinics. The goal was to s…

This study looked at whether a 4-week resistance training program is doable for women who recently had pregnancy complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes. Seven to ten postpartum women were invited to try the program. The goal was to see how well they stuck with th…

This study looked at tailbone pain in 292 women who gave birth within the last two years. Researchers used the Paris Questionnaire to measure pain in different positions and compared it to quality of life and function. The goal was to better understand how this pain affects daily…

This study looked at what helps new mothers feel close to their babies after birth. Researchers followed 104 healthy mothers and their full-term newborns after a normal delivery. They measured bonding using a simple questionnaire after the first breastfeeding. The goal was to und…