stress

Physician parents in medical/procedural training programs are experiencing increased stress. This paper recommends implementing time and space for breastfeeding, paid leave, and on-site childcare as necessary tools to support the health and wellbeing of residents, fellows, and their families.

Read more about this study here: https://shmpublications.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jhm.12914#.YtgJCG4OEjo.twitter

Looking at Dr. Dara Mendez, Dr. Esa Davis, and their team's study on stress trends throughout pregnancy and postpartum, the COVID-19 pandemic may have adverse implications for birthing populations in the U.S.