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Toward more evidence-based practice.

Barbara A Hotelling1

  • 1BARBARA HOTELLING is an independent childbirth educator and doula in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She has served as president of Lamaze International, president of Doulas of North America (DONA), and chair of the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services (CIMS).

The Journal of Perinatal Education
|February 3, 2007
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Childbirth educators can find evidence-based resources for best practices to share with expectant parents. This guide offers research sources and presentation techniques for effective childbirth education.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Health Education

Background:

  • Childbirth educators play a crucial role in disseminating evidence-based information to expectant parents.
  • Ensuring the accuracy and relevance of information provided is paramount for informed decision-making during pregnancy and childbirth.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify reliable resources for evidence-based research relevant to childbirth education best practices.
  • To provide practical techniques for effectively presenting research findings to expectant parents.
  • To offer a curated list of websites and books containing evidence-based resources.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and resource curation.
  • Identification of key websites and publications offering evidence-based childbirth information.
  • Development of pedagogical strategies for communicating research to a lay audience.

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Main Results:

  • A compilation of recommended online resources and literature.
  • A set of actionable techniques for educators to present complex research in an accessible manner.
  • Examples of high-quality, evidence-based resources suitable for expectant parents.

Conclusions:

  • Access to curated, evidence-based resources empowers childbirth educators.
  • Effective communication strategies enhance the impact of research-based information on expectant parents.
  • Utilizing recommended resources and techniques supports best practices in childbirth education.