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  1. Article ; Online: Women's Experiences Regarding Physical Activity during the Postpartum Period: A Feminist Poststructuralist Study.

    Akbari-Nassaji, Neda / Aston, Megan / Hughes, Jean / Cassidy, Christine / Benoit, Britney

    Nursing reports (Pavia, Italy)

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 445–455

    Abstract: Although recovery after birth can be promoted through bodily movement, many women do not engage in regular postpartum physical activity. While research studies have identified some of the reasons behind their decisions, including a lack of time, only a ... ...

    Abstract Although recovery after birth can be promoted through bodily movement, many women do not engage in regular postpartum physical activity. While research studies have identified some of the reasons behind their decisions, including a lack of time, only a limited number of studies have been carried out to explore how postpartum physical activity is socially and institutionally constructed. Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the experiences of women regarding postpartum physical activity in Nova Scotia. Six postpartum mothers participated in semi-structured, virtual, in-depth interviews. Women's experiences of postpartum physical activity were examined through a discourse analysis guided by feminist poststructuralism. The following themes were identified: (a) socialization in different ways; (b) social support; (c) mental and emotional health; and (d) being a good role model for their children. The findings indicated that all women perceived postpartum exercise as a positive behavior that can promote mental health, although some postpartum mothers experienced social isolation and a lack of support. Furthermore, social discourses about motherhood caused the personal needs of mothers to be disregarded. The results showed that collaboration among health care providers, mothers, investigators, and community groups is necessary to promote and support mothers' engagement in postpartum physical activity.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2039-4403
    ISSN (online) 2039-4403
    DOI 10.3390/nursrep13010041
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  2. Article ; Online: Blessings and Curses: Exploring the Experiences of New Mothers during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

    Joy, Phillip / Aston, Megan / Price, Sheri / Sim, Meaghan / Ollivier, Rachel / Benoit, Britney / Akbari-Nassaji, Neda / Iduye, Damilola

    Nursing reports (Pavia, Italy)

    2020  Volume 10, Issue 2, Page(s) 207–219

    Abstract: The aim of this study was to explore the postpartum experiences of new parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. The postpartum period can be a time of significant transition, both positive and negative, for parents as they navigate new relationships with ... ...

    Abstract The aim of this study was to explore the postpartum experiences of new parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. The postpartum period can be a time of significant transition, both positive and negative, for parents as they navigate new relationships with their babies and shifts in family dynamics. Physical distancing requirements mandated by public health orders during the COVID-19 pandemic had the potential to create even more stress for parents with a newborn. Examining personal experiences would provide health care professionals with information to help guide support during significant isolation. Feminist poststructuralism guided the qualitative research process. Sixty-eight new mothers completed an open-ended on-line survey. Responses were analyzed using discourse analysis to examine the beliefs, values, and practices of the participants relating to their family experiences during the pandemic period. It was found that pandemic isolation was a time of complexity with both 'blessings and curses'. Participants reported that it was a time for family bonding and enjoyment of being a new parent without the usual expectations. It was also a time of missed opportunities as they were not able to share milestones and memories with extended family. Caring for a newborn during the COVID-19 pandemic where complex contradictions were constructed by competing social discourses created difficult dichotomies for families. In acknowledging the complex experiences of mothers during COVID-19 isolation, nurses and midwives can come to understand and help new parents to focus on the blessings of this time while acknowledging the curses.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-12-21
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2039-4403
    ISSN (online) 2039-4403
    DOI 10.3390/nursrep10020023
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  3. Article ; Online: Lead Level in Umbilical Cord Blood and its Effects on Newborns Anthropometry

    Akbari-Nassaji Neda / Sabeti Fahimeh / Ziaei Kajbaf Tahereh / Fakharzadeh Leila / Nazari Zahra / Cheraghian Bahman / Cham Kouri Narges

    Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Vol 11, Iss 6, Pp SC01-SC

    2017  Volume 04

    Abstract: Introduction: High concentration of blood lead is accompanied by adverse health effects on growth of foetus and the newborn. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine umbilical cord blood lead level and its relationship with birth weight, length and ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: High concentration of blood lead is accompanied by adverse health effects on growth of foetus and the newborn. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine umbilical cord blood lead level and its relationship with birth weight, length and head circumference of the newborns in Abadan, Iran. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 3 ml blood was collected from the umbilical cord vein in 147 newborns, immediately after the birth. Blood lead was measured using atomic absorption spectrophotometry. Data collection instruments included demographic questionnaire (age of mother, gestational age, newborn gender, job and education of mother) and also data registration form (umbilical cord blood lead concentration, weight, length, and head circumference of newborn). Data was analyzed with SPSS software version 16.0. Results: The mean of umbilical cord blood lead was determined 0.65±0.32 µg/dl (0.3-1.35 µg/dl). The decrease of birth weight with increased blood lead level was small and was not statistically significant. There was reverse significant correlation between umbilical cord blood lead level and birth length and head circumference. There was no significant correlation between blood lead and other variables such as age, weight, education and job of mother and gestational age. Conclusion: Umbilical blood lead level was determined <5 µg/ dl. Excess of umbilical cord blood lead caused decreasing birth weight, length and head circumference of the newborns.
    Keywords birth weight ; blood lead ; fetal development ; Medicine ; R
    Subject code 630 ; 610
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-06-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
    Document type Article ; Online
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