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Giving birth? Look no further than the South Shore's only High Performing hospital for maternity care! Mount Sinai South Nassau is the only hospital on the South Shore of Long Island to earn the rating of High Performing for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report®, which means better outcomes for mothers and babies based on eight key measures including reduced C-section delivery rates, low overall unexpected newborn complication rates, routing birthing-friendly practices, and more! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eiUkFTZc. #HighPerforming #USNewsWorldReport #Maternity

All a first time mum wants is a safe and smooth delivery of her first child, and for both her and the child to be in good health. This is why it's very important to be wise in choosing a maternity hospital for labor and delivery. Let's be honest, most times labor isn't as smooth as this mama may hope, but having access to the right services offered in a customer-centric manner might make the experience a little more bearable. Here is my article on some of the things a first time mum should consider when choosing a maternity hospital. https://lnkd.in/dGUajy_e

In addition to the well-documented physiological and psychological benefits for mothers and babies, the integration of water birth pools into maternity settings offers the potential for significant resource optimization and cost savings. As healthcare providers seek to enhance patient experiences and streamline services, the implementation of water birth pools represents a promising avenue for achieving dual goals of improved birthing outcomes and cost-efficiency within hospital environments. Further research and cost-effectiveness analyses are warranted to fully quantify the economic advantages associated with the incorporation of water birth pools into standard maternity care practices.

In my latest passle I consider the new guidance on maternity triage which aims to improve patient safety in maternity care #maternitycare #patientsafety https://lnkd.in/ebKrfBE6

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBS Association) is launching a groundbreaking initiative to improve maternity care in over 600 US hospitals, with a strong focus on closing racial and ethnic disparities. What's changing? - Health equity joins the criteria for Blue Distinction Centers for Maternity Care, ensuring recognized providers excel in both quality and equity. - Stringent equity measures aligned with BCBSA's national health equity strategy prioritize closing care gaps affecting Black women, who are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes. Benefits for everyone include: - Higher quality and safer maternity care. - Reduced racial and ethnic disparities in care. - Cost savings for BDC+ facilities. - Improved birthing experiences through doula support. - Enhanced preparedness for obstetric emergencies. The journey continues: - BCBSA plans to support non-qualifying providers in meeting the criteria. - The program is designed for continuous improvement and expansion. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02gBSSC0

I can only imagine the psychological impact on expecting mothers or women of childbearing age who are left to "fend for themselves". Addressing the rising maternity and infant mortality rates due to the closure of maternity units in rural hospitals is a critical public health concern. This directly and indirectly impacts us all as an interconnected society. Closing maternity units in rural hospitals impacts access to timely care, increases complications, and higher rates of home births compounded by inadequate neonatal care and detrimental psychological impact on expecting mothers. It requires a comprehensive approach involving healthcare policy changes, increased funding for rural healthcare, and strategic planning to ensure equitable access to essential maternity and neonatal services. It's imperative to prioritize the health and well-being of expecting mothers and infants, regardless of their geographical location, to bridge the existing healthcare gaps and save countless lives. #maternalandinfantlivesmatter #publichealthconcern #raiseeveryvoice #ruralhospital

Healthcare providers: Open communication with your patients is critical during maternity care to detect life-threatening complications and ensure healthy moms and babies. Learn about strategies providers can use to improve respectful maternity care: https://bit.ly/47AtGuG

MBRRACE-UK has published two Perinatal Confidential Enquiry reports, Thursday 14 December, which identify where improvements in care may have made a difference to outcomes for women and their babies, alongside inequalities in maternity care received by Black and Asian. Supporting personalised, safe and compassionate maternity care is a priority for the College, and we will now carefully consider the recommendations in these reports, so that we can take these forward through our work as educators, in our clinical guidance and our quality improvement programmes. We know that maternity teams are working tirelessly at a time of unprecedented demand, with many teams understaffed and impacted by high vacancy rates. These pressures are undoubtedly impacting the care that some women and their families receive. It is crucial that the Government commits to sufficient, long-term NHS investment for staff recruitment, retention and training, which underpins safe and compassionate care for patients. Read our initial response to the reports: https://brnw.ch/21wFm6g

Incorporating water birth pools into the birthing environment emerges as a valuable and holistic component of maternity care. The positive effects on maternal comfort, satisfaction, and potential benefits for neonatal transition, when combined with a supportive birthing environment, highlight the importance of personalized and diversified approaches in enhancing the childbirth experience. Healthcare providers should consider these factors to provide optimal care that aligns with the preferences and well-being of expectant mothers. https://lnkd.in/egT7iSzJ

As you reflect on your experience during the maternity and/or neonatal journey, were you adequately engaged in the decision-making process? Share your thoughts 👉