An obstetrician adds further doubt to the value of the results of the ARRIVE Trial.
Tag: induction
Does oxytocin use affect the severity of OASI symptoms?
Sara Wickham discusses research showing that modifiable factors such as use of forceps and oxytocin may affect the severity of symptoms after obstetric anal sphincter injury.
AFFIRM, ARRIVE and a whole buffet more!
We’re delighted to announce that, by popular demand, we have created a brand new Gathering in the Knowledge online course for 2019, and registration for the May 3-10 run is now open!
Induction of labour and larger women: what are the consequences?
Sara Wickham looks at research which has analysed the consequences of induction of labour for larger women.
Gathering in the Knowledge: back for 2019!
We’re delighted to announce that, by popular demand, we have created a brand new Gathering in the Knowledge online course for 2019, and registration for the March 22-29 run is now open!
More evidence on why women are dissatisfied after induction of labour
Sara Wickham writes about research looking at why women are dissatisfied with induction of labour.
The myth of the aging placenta
How do women feel about induction of labour for post-term pregnancy?
Sara Wickham discusses a review of women’s experiences of induction for post-term pregnancy.
Induction and synchronised swimming: Mary Cronk’s words of wisdom
On December 21st 2018, we lost one of midwifery’s heroes, Mary Cronk. A staunch and strong advocate for women, Mary was a passionate midwife, an inspiring teacher and a famously and delightfully stroppy woman. She was a true radical who…
Induction of labour: the gap between theory and reality
Sara Wickham looks at research showing the gap between what women need and want and the reality of what they experience when undergoing induction of labour.