The effectiveness of skilled breathing and relaxation techniques during antenatal education on maternal and neonatal outcomes: a systematic review

Leutenegger, Vanessa; Grylka‐Baeschlin, Susanne; Wieber, Frank; Daly, Déirdre; Pehlke-Milde, Jessica

doi:10.1186/s12884-022-05178-w

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“…Contrary to the findings in the current study, there was no recorded difference among the groups on neonatal outcomes for those who used either low-voltage electrical current to relieve pain or aromatic essential oils of lavender plant and natural delivery in Iran (Hashemi et al, 2020). Similarly, no predefined neonatal outcomes were recorded in Switzerland on the influence of skilled inhalation techniques on maternal and neonatal outcomes (Leutenegger et al, 2022). In view of these, more studies need to be done to elucidate the association between antenatal education programme and specific neonatal outcomes.…”

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Influence of Integrating Childbirth Preparation Program on Birth Outcomes among Pregnant Women in Western Kenya

Wanyonyi,

Wanzala,

Kipmerewo

et al. 2024

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Childbirth education and preparation has been fronted as key element in enhancing maternal and neonatal health and preventing some adverse outcomes. There is paucity of literature in Kenyan setting linking maternal childbirth education and maternal and neonatal outcomes. The study aimed to assess the effect of an educational intervention in childbirth and its influence on maternal and neonatal outcomes among expectant women in western Kenya. A Quasi-experimental design was utilised. The health facilities were selected by simple random sampling. Expectant women were enrolled at antenatal care services and allocated to either the control group or the intervention group. Those in the intervention group went through 2 hourly sessions of childbirth preparation teaching twice in the course of the 32nd–35th weeks of gestation. Investigation and assessment on specific maternal and neonatal outcomes was done within 48 hours following delivery. Chi-square and independent t tests were used to determine the statistical difference. More mothers in the control experienced prolonged labour 12% compared to 2.2% in the intervention (P<0.001). Progression failure was high in the control 8.9% compared to 1.1% in the intervention (P=0.001). The control had more cases of augmentation 11% compared to 2.7% in the intervention (P=0.004). Higher APGAR scores were recorded in the intervention group at 1 and 5 minutes compared to the control (P<0.001). Few cases of birth asphyxia were in the intervention 1.6% compared to 5.8% in the control (P<0.001). The intervention program aimed at enhancing childbirth knowledge and improving self- efficacy offered prior to birth was successful in reducing adverse birth outcomes in mothers and their neonates in the intervention group. A program aimed at enhancing women’s’ self- efficacy and improving their knowledge on childbirth should be structured and incorporated in the routine antenatal care to reduce some adverse maternal and neonatal health outcomes associated with fear anxiety and uncertainty related to inadequate childbirth knowledge.

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Influence of Integrating Childbirth Preparation Program on Birth Outcomes among Pregnant Women in Western Kenya

Wanyonyi,

Wanzala,

Kipmerewo

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“…Leutenegger et al [ 64 ] investigated the effect of breathing and relaxation techniques taught in prenatal classes on maternal and neonatal outcomes such as mothers’ satisfaction with the labour and delivery, pain level, need for pharmacologic support for pain management, mobility in labour, delivery type, need to take blood from the baby to measure blood pH and 5-minute Apgar score. This study included nine randomized controlled trials and one semi-experimental study.…”

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The effect of prenatal education on fear of childbirth, pain intensity during labour and childbirth experience: a scoping review using systematic approach and meta-analysis

Alizadeh-Dibazari

Abdolalipour

Mirghafourvand

2023

BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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Background Antenatal education provides parents with strategies for pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood. There is not enough evidence of the positive effect of prenatal education on childbirth and maternal outcomes. The present scoping review using a systematic approach, evaluates the effectiveness of prenatal education on fear of childbirth, pain intensity during labour, childbirth experience, and postpartum psychological health. Methods We used Google Scholar and systematically reviewed databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane, Scopus, and SID (Scientific Information Database). Randomized controlled and quasi-experimental trials examining the effect of structured antenatal education and routine prenatal care compared to routine prenatal care were reviewed. The participants included pregnant women preferring a normal vaginal delivery and had no history of maternal or foetal problems. The outcomes considered in this study included fear of childbirth, pain intensity during labour, childbirth experience (as primary outcomes) and postpartum psychological health (as secondary outcomes). The grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach was used to evaluate the quality of evidence. Results Overall, 3242 studies were examined, of which 18 were qualified for the final analysis. The meta-analysis showed that providing prenatal education and routine care compared to only routine care may decrease the fear of childbirth, postpartum depression, and pain intensity during labour. However, we found no study examining the outcome of the childbirth experience. In addition, the inconsistency of included studies prevented conducting a meta-analysis on the rest of the outcomes. Conclusions Our investigations showed that there are very few or no studies on the effect of prenatal education on outcomes such as childbirth experience, postpartum anxiety, and maternal attachment, and the existing studies on the effect of prenatal education on outcomes such as the fear of childbirth, postpartum depression, and pain intensity during labour lack sufficient quality to make definitive conclusions. Therefore, high-quality, randomized trials with a more extensive sample size are suggested to provide clear reports to make definitive decisions. Prospero ID CRD42022376895.

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“…Midwives and maternal care professionals provide educational and preventive interventions for maintaining a healthy lifestyle in pregnant and postpartum women [ 7 ]. Such interventions have positive effects by minimizing the use of medical interventions improving the health of both mother and child [ 8 , 9 ]. However, while the above lifestyle concepts are well disseminated, others, such as oral health during pregnancy and in the perinatal period, are not often considered by maternal health professionals and, as a result, pregnant women are not sufficiently aware of them [ 10 ].. Obstetricians and gynecologists should receive up-to-date dental education to minimize the adverse outcomes of poor oral health in the prenatal and postnatal [ 11 , 12 ].…”

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Knowledge and attitudes on oral health of women during pregnancy and their children: an online survey

Cagetti,

Salerno,

Ionescu

et al. 2024

BMC Oral Health

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Background Life-long healthy behaviors are established during pregnancy and the first years of life. In this cross-sectional survey, new mothers with a high level of schooling living in Northern Italy (Lombardy Region) were interviewed to assess their knowledge and attitudes towards their and child oral health. Methods A questionnaire (27 items) was developed to assess socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes towards maternal and child oral health. The questionnaire was disseminated in perinatal courses, private gynecological clinics, and via social media. Mothers aged ≥18 years, with at least a child aged 0–36 months, with a high school diploma or higher, were included in the survey. Results A total of 1340 women completed the questionnaire, 1297 of whom had a child aged 0–36 months, 792 lived in Lombardy, and 600 had a high level of education and were finally included. About half of the sample (44.67%) was aged between 31 and 35 years, 76.50% were employed, and the majority had only one child (81.50%). During pregnancy, 28.33% of the sample reported problems with teeth and gums, while only 36.00% visited a dentist. More than 40% of the sample said they were not aware of a possible link between oral health and pregnancy, and 73.17% had not received any advice about their oral health or the future health of their baby’s mouth. Less than 20% of women were aware of the increased caries risk associated with prolonged or night-time breastfeeding. Better knowledge/attitude was associated with the age of the child (p < 0.05), the number of children (p < 0.05) and whether the mother had received advice during pregnancy (p < 0.05). Conclusions The results of this survey show a lack of dental care during pregnancy, a lack of information about oral health from health professionals during and after pregnancy, and consequently gaps in the knowledge needed to care for the oral health of the woman and her child. There is a need for training in oral health for pregnant women and new mothers, but also a need for behavioural change among health professionals who care for pregnant women.

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The effectiveness of skilled breathing and relaxation techniques during antenatal education on maternal and neonatal outcomes: a systematic review

Cited by 16 publications

References 38 publications

Influence of Integrating Childbirth Preparation Program on Birth Outcomes among Pregnant Women in Western Kenya

Influence of Integrating Childbirth Preparation Program on Birth Outcomes among Pregnant Women in Western Kenya

The effect of prenatal education on fear of childbirth, pain intensity during labour and childbirth experience: a scoping review using systematic approach and meta-analysis

Knowledge and attitudes on oral health of women during pregnancy and their children: an online survey

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