SIDS
affects around 200 infants in UK
back to sleep - front is x6 more likely to die from SIDS
why did i choose to research on SIDS
particularly interested in supporting families during postnatal period
develop my research skills
understand how midwives can directly improve family wellbeing
waterbirths
springpod midwifery subject - midwifes caludron
POOL STUDY - analysed women using water immersion in labour
1.1% vs 1.7% serious perineal tears
can be safe, evidence-based option and how strong research is in midwifery
ockendon report
serious systemic issues - Shrewsbury and Telford NHS trust
75% of maternal deaths assesed there were major concers about care quality
more than quarter stillborns cases had potentially avoidable failings
stood out - impact of poor leadership and culture where staff felt unable to speak up
midwifery deeply tied to systems and long term staffing
I want to support individuals and contribute to safer more accountable services
mbrace uk
BAME 3-5 times more likely to die
systemic inequalities, structural racism, bias
how vital it is for midwives to provide culturally sensitive equitable care and be proavtive in listening and advocating for women
support every individual - personalised care, awareness of wider social + structural factors that affect
any other current issues
perinatal mental health - 1/5 women expeirence mh issues
importance of early recognition and compassionate care
