From: Research priorities of women at risk for preterm birth: findings and a call to action
Overarching Theme | Priority Research Topics (Rank Importance Across All Regions) | Example Priority Potential Questions (Region) |
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Maternal Health and Care Before, During, and After Pregnancy | • Medications, Procedures and Tests During Pregnancy [1] • Mother’s Health Before and During Pregnancy [3] • Care Provision During Pregnancy and Birth [4] • Care After Birth [5] • Decision Making During Pregnancy [11] • Preconception, Contraception and Sexuality [12] • Mental Health Support [13] • Maternal Nutrition [15] | Why don’t we have alternative options for support during delivery? (For example, doula, midwife) (Oakland) |
Newborn Health and Care of the Preterm Baby | • Newborn Health and Problems Related to Prematurity [6] • Infant Nutrition, Feeding and Medications [14] | Is it harmful to babies to be separated from mom (family) even if they are sick? (Fresno) |
Understanding Stress and Interventions to Prevent or Reduce Stress | • Stress and the Benefits of Social Support [2] • Education and Empowerment of Birthing Women [7] • Support for Fathers During and After Pregnancy [16] • The Impact of Men on Pregnancy Outcomes [17] • Role of Family and Friends in Caring for Families [19] | Why aren’t there more widely available education materials or videos, etc. to help women recognize their own stress? (Fresno) |
Research to Address Interpersonal and Structural Health Inequities | • Health Care Providers [6] • Communication and Cultural Sensitivity [8] • Hospital and Health System Practices [9] • Workplace and Insurance Issues [10] • Innovations in Care Models [18] • Pharmaceutical Company Involvement in Birth [20] | What are the most effective ways to improve patient-provider communication, particularly when patients perceive insensitive and rude comments from health care workers? (San Francisco) |