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Examining the risks and benefits of gestational diabetes screening in midwife-led care
A new midwifery-led study by UBC (PHAR) Postdoc Fellow and UBC Midwifery Course instructor—Elizabeth Nethery, Midwifery Assoc. Prof. Luba Butska, Asst. Prof. Michelle Turner—and third-year midwifery student Kelly Pickerill examine the risks and benefits of gestational diabetes (GDM) screening in midwife-led care. While skipping GDM screening was not associated with an increased risk of having…
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The McMaster Midwifery Research Center (MMRC) Speaker Series: Allison Campbell, RM, MA
Recap: MMRC Speaker Series with Allison Campbell – Parenting Behind Bars The McMaster Midwifery Research Centre (MMRC) Speaker Series recently featured Allison Campbell, RM, MA, in a compelling discussion on “Parenting Behind Bars: Maternal-Child (Connection and) Separation in BC’s Correctional Facilities Designated for Women.” Drawing on her expertise in midwifery and social justice, Allison examined…
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New Health Authority Community Liaisons!
We’re excited to welcome seven new part-time Clinical Placement Coordination team members! Please join us in welcoming our new Health Authority (HA) Community Liaisons, who will serve as the key point of contact between UBC and midwives in their respective health authorities. These team members will connect directly with midwives in their communities, helping to…
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025 at UBC Midwifery
In recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, we celebrate the midwives, students, educators, and preceptors shaping the future of reproductive health through equity, advocacy, and compassionate care. Midwifery is a profession deeply rooted in respect and collaboration, and today, we honour the contributions of those who work tirelessly to transform health for individuals, families,…
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Exploring the Link Between Oral Health and Mental Well-Being in Pregnancy
The UBC Faculty of Medicine’s Midwifery Program is pleased to kick off the year by highlighting an important new publication by Dr. Cecilia Jevitt, interim program director, alongside her colleagues Dr. Abiola Adeniyi and Dr. Swathi Ramachandran. Their groundbreaking rapid review, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, is the first…
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Weight Bias in Perinatal Care: National Study Highlights Inequities
UBC Midwifery researchers Dr. Nisha Malhotra, Dr. Cecilia Jevitt, and Dr. Saraswathi Vedam are co-authors of a groundbreaking study on weight stigma in maternity care, recently published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. This national study reveals significant inequities in perinatal care, particularly for individuals with higher body mass indices (BMIs). New Canadian research underscores the widespread…
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Reminder: Apply to the UBC Midwifery Program by December 5th!
Are you passionate about supporting birthing individuals and families through their pregnancy journey? Don’t miss your chance to join the UBC Midwifery Program! The deadline to submit your UBC application is fast approaching on December 5th Here’s what you need to know: Ready to start your journey? Visit our How to Apply page and take…
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UBC Midwifery Faculty Contribute Lactation Education Research
Marianne Brophy and Kim Campbell have co-authored a newly published paper alongside an interprofessional team led by Dr. Suzanne Campbell, Professor Emeritus at UBC Nursing. The paper “Effectiveness of interprofessional development of foundational lactation open education resources” was recently published in the Clinical Simulation in Nursing Journal. Their research highlights how collaboration across healthcare disciplines…
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Celebrating UBC Midwifery Award Recipients
Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service. Applegarth Staff Service: Tracey Mason Killiam Teaching Prize: Allison Campbell
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UBC Midwifery Honours Orange Shirt Day
UBC Midwifery Stands with Indigenous Communities As we approach Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 30, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and experiences of Indigenous peoples affected by the residential school system. At UBC Midwifery, this day reminds us of our commitment to reconciliation and the importance of listening to the voices…
