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Summer reading | Transforming Maternity Care

With power outages and last-chance summer vacations, it feels a bit like life has slowed down in anticipation of the busyness that comes with fall. But while conference calls and meetings are a little sparser, the the medical literature seems to be serving up a larger than average helping of important evidence and commentary. Maybe your Labor Day Weekend reading list has lighter fare, but here's what we're reading...

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Most Recently Shared on August 30, 2011 at 9:22 pm By:

Amy Romano

Summer reading list for those of us for whom Labor Day is about labor and #birth http://t.co/A33mIz4 #midwives #doulachat #nurses #mdchat

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Early Elective Deliveries Are Decreasing | Transforming Maternity Care

transform.childbirthconnection.org — “One year ago, the Leapfrog Group released results of their annual Hospital Survey, for the first time publicly reporting rates of early elective deliveries (inductions or planned c-sections occurring before 39 weeks without a medical reason). The results were shocking, with hospitals varying from virtually zero to well over half of elective deliveries occurring before 39 completed weeks. Last week, we partnered again with the Leapfrog Group and other organizations to publicize the release of thi” View full resource at transform.childbirthconnection.org

Most Recently Shared on February 1, 2012 at 8:38 pm By:

Lamaze International Health Organization

Good news from Childbirth Connection! http://t.co/588LvVf2

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Speed-dating and shared decision making: Transforming how women and maternity caregivers communicate | Transforming Maternity Care

transform.childbirthconnection.org — “A recent New York Times article described a new method medical schools are adopting to interview applicants. Described as “the admissions equivalent of speed dating,” the Multiple Mini Interview process is designed to identify applicants adept at communication and teamwork. Why? Because effective communication and a teamwork approach are critical ingredients of a health care system that is safer, more patient-centered, and more efficient. Speed dating for a spot in medical or nursing school, alo” View full resource at transform.childbirthconnection.org