POSTPARTUM CARE

Nov 08 2025HEALTH

A Big Step Forward in Maternal Health Tech

A major deal just happened in the world of medical tech. Laborie Medical Technologies is buying the JADA System from Organon. This system helps stop heavy bleeding after childbirth. The price tag? A whopping $465 million. That's a lot of money, but it's for a device that could save lives. The JADA System is already in over 2, 000 hospitals in the U. S. and has reach...

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Apr 10 2025EDUCATION

The Hidden Lessons in OB/GYN Training

The world of obstetrics and gynecology is vast. It covers everything from caring for new mothers to helping families plan for the future. It also involves some tough topics, like spotting abuse in relationships. These are all key areas that medical students need to understand. But how do they learn it all? One approach is to flip the classroom. This means students le...

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Bad Birth Experiences on Mother-Infant Bonding

Imagine giving birth and feeling like it was a terrible experience. Now, think about how that might affect your bond with your new baby. Scientists in Germany studied 141 mothers with mental health issues, and they found something important. Nearly half of these moms had a horrible birth experience. Guess what? Those bad birth experiences made it much harder for thes...

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Home Visits: How They Impact Postpartum Care for Low-Income Families

Let's talk about something really important: taking care of new moms after they've had their babies. This is especially crucial for families who might not have much money. We'll focus on a study that looked into how home visits can help with both regular and emergency postpartum care. Imagine you're a new mom. You've just had a baby, and you're trying to figure out ...

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Sep 20 2024HEALTH

Mama's Cry: Unraveling the Web of Injustice in NJ's Maternal Healthcare

In the heart of New Jersey, a tragedy unfolded, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Dreeah Austin, a 30-year-old Newark resident, passed away just two weeks after giving birth, sparking concerns about the systemic flaws in the state's maternal healthcare system. The Perinatal Health Equity Initiative, a local nonprofit, is at the forefront of investigatin...

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