Childcare PubMed

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) has shown promise for autistic youth and their families in reducing disruptive behaviors and improving language development and relationships. Traditionally, the PCIT protocol was adapted for autism rather than developed with input from the autism community...

A study published in PLoS One evaluated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the access, use, and perceived quality of Diné traditional medicine (DTM) among members of the Navajo Nation. Conducted from May to October 2021, the survey included 153 Navajo participants who provided sociodemographi...

A scoping review published in BMJ Open highlights the challenges faced by women doctors in navigating family planning, pregnancy, and motherhood in the EU and the UK. The review synthesizes data from 34 studies and emphasizes that medical careers complicate family planning. The choice of medical ...

A study provides an updated overview of primary care for children and adolescents in Europe, examining the evolution of healthcare systems and identifying both advancements and ongoing challenges. Conducted through a survey of national delegates from 42 member countries of the European Academy of...

As China’s population ages and birth rates decline, the country is implementing a gradual delayed retirement policy to address rising pension costs. Middle-aged and older women often take on dual responsibilities of supporting adult children and caring for grandchildren. A study involving in-dept...

Healthcare professionals in Pakistan experience significant challenges in balancing work and caregiving, particularly among parents of young children. A study surveyed 188 healthcare workers, including physicians, nurses, and allied health staff, to examine work-interfering family guilt (WIFG) an...

Chinese drug policy is evolving to include recovery frameworks and rehabilitation models, influenced by the recovery movement and recovery capital principles. A study examined the recovery processes of individuals in drug rehabilitation programs in China, revealing a gap between state definitions...

In Japan, about 1 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year, with 56,000 of those patients having children under 18. This study examined the concerns of cancer patients regarding their children, focusing on consultations with child life specialists (CLS) at a cancer center during 2021. A...

Younger maternal age at childbirth, specifically age 24 and younger, is linked to a higher risk of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) for children aged 6 to 17, according to a study analyzing data from the 2022 National Survey of Children’s Health involving 32,092 children. The research found t...

First aid training for early childhood educators is essential due to the high risk of accidents among young children. A review of global first aid knowledge and training among these educators, particularly in China, highlights significant gaps and challenges. The literature search included studie...

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak a pandemic, leading to school closures and lockdowns in France. This study, known as CONFEADO, assessed psychological distress among children aged 9 to 18 during this period. Conducted from June to September 2020, it in...

Research on neonatal brain development reveals that the neonatal period is crucial for brain maturation, yet the connections between structural changes and functional reorganization remain unclear. A study involving 399 neonates, including 348 term-born and 51 preterm-born infants, examined the d...

A cluster-randomized controlled trial assessed the impact of participatory learning and action (PLA) programs on maternal and child health in rural Bihar, India. From 2015 to 2016, a large-scale PLA intervention was implemented in women’s self-help groups, facilitated by trained staff. The study ...

A global meta-analysis examined the fertility intentions of highly educated women, revealing significant regional differences. The study analyzed data from 35 eligible studies, involving 17,292 women across 19 countries, and found that 12.2% of these women did not expect to have children in the f...

Workplaces have undergone significant changes over the past 50 years, leading to more precarious job conditions, especially for low-wage workers. This shift complicates the balance between work and family responsibilities. Research shows that precarious work affects families’ ability to manage ch...

A rare case of an isolated iliac artery pseudoaneurysm was diagnosed in a neonate during the perinatal period. The pregnant mother had no family history of genetic disorders or connective tissue issues. Due to concerns about the risk of rupture, a caesarean section was performed at 37 weeks of ge...

Endometriosis impacts 1 in 10 Canadians, yet the financial burden it creates is not well understood. Although universal healthcare covers physician and hospital services, patients incur significant out-of-pocket costs for medications, complementary therapies, fertility treatments, travel, and chi...

The United States hosts over 200,000 Afghan refugees, many of whom face challenges integrating into society, especially women. The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened these difficulties, impacting Afghan refugee women’s lives significantly. A study conducted in California involved semi-structured inte...

Most stroke survivors face ongoing upper limb motor dysfunction. Brain-computer interface (BCI) rehabilitation technologies aim to help, but comparing different rehabilitation approaches is difficult without multi-paradigm EEG datasets from the same individuals. This study created an EEG dataset ...

A study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on families, youth, and childcare providers, focusing on stress, mental health, and coping strategies. Researchers gathered perspectives through surveys and interviews with parents of children under 18, childcare providers, and youth aged 12 to...

The COVID-19 pandemic posed significant challenges for postpartum individuals in New York City, particularly in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods. A qualitative study examined the mental and emotional health of 41 postpartum women from North and Central Brooklyn, East and Central Harle...

A study in Shandong Province, China, found that only 10.3% of female workers aged 20-49 expressed intentions to have a third child. Researchers surveyed 1,358 participants using a self-administered questionnaire, examining factors like demographic characteristics, attitudes toward childbearing, a...

Food insecurity (FI) significantly impacts women in south-central Chile, especially among migrants. A study involving 2,124 women of childbearing age found that 39.2% experienced some level of FI, with 49% of immigrant women affected compared to 29% of Chilean women. Severe FI was reported in 18....

High-quality early care and education (ECE) programs are vital for healthy child development, emphasizing safe environments and supportive communication. Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC) aims to enhance these settings and improve young children’s social-emotional outcomes. This ...

A study investigated the effectiveness of ozone in inactivating respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of severe respiratory infections in infants and young children. Traditional disinfection methods using alcohol and detergents raise safety concerns in pediatric settings. The researc...

A study on the experiences of asylum-seeking women in Portugal reveals significant challenges they face, particularly discrimination from professionals in reception and integration institutions. Based on 24 interviews with women from the Middle East and Africa, the research highlights issues like...

Gestational diabetes significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes after pregnancy, but physical activity can help reduce this risk. Most interventions for women post-gestational diabetes have not effectively improved physical activity levels, even when dietary changes or weight ...

A study published in Child Care Health Development highlights the importance of nutrition for early childhood health, noting that many children in developed countries attend Early Education and Care (ECEC) services. Using Bacchi’s WPR approach, the research analyzes how food and mealtimes are rep...

A study conducted in Detroit examined the relationship between adverse social determinants of health (SDOH) and the severity of COVID-19 in children under 18. Researchers evaluated 354 children with symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infections from March 2021 to April 2022. Among the participants, 113 exper...

A study based on the Job Demands-Resources model examines the influence of school leadership on teachers’ literacy in inclusive education within regular classrooms. Conducted with 751 inclusive education teachers in Sichuan, China, the research utilized validated scales to measure school leadersh...

A study examined the connection between language skills, pragmatics, and social competence in French-speaking preschoolers, focusing on children at risk for developmental language disorder (DLD). Researchers assessed 63 children aged 36 to 59 months, with 12 identified as at risk for DLD. Evaluat...

Muricoccus roseus DSM 14916, also known as Roseomonas rosea and Pararoseomonas rosea, was isolated from a water-damaged childcare center in Finland. Researchers have reported the whole-genome sequence and annotation of this strain, highlighting genes involved in carotenoid biosynthesis. The genom...

Undernutrition is a major global health issue, especially among children under 5 years old, with millions affected worldwide, particularly in low-income countries like Rwanda. A study aimed to identify factors contributing to this ongoing problem in Rwanda that are not sufficiently addressed by c...

A study examined daily time-use patterns among family caregivers in Japan and their relationship with mental health. Researchers analyzed data from 1,557 participants between 2017 and 2020, identifying four distinct types of caregivers: full-time workers with minimal care responsibilities, margin...

In early childhood care settings, workers often adopt awkward postures and engage in repetitive tasks, which can lead to musculoskeletal disorders. A study aimed to develop a markerless method for estimating low back intersegmental moments during childcare activities, addressing the need for accu...

A new study published in Evidence-Based Nursing examines a significant aspect of nursing practice. The authors highlight the importance of integrating evidence-based methods into nursing care to improve patient outcomes. The research emphasizes the ongoing need for nurses to stay updated with the...

An exploratory study focused on the problem-solving strategies known as “jugaad” among middle-aged women balancing various responsibilities. The research involved a survey of 20 women, aged 40 and older, who were born in India and now live in different urban areas globally. The goal was to unders...

A study conducted in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia found that 31.1% of 466 surveyed children aged 5 to 18 experienced nocturnal enuresis (NE), or bedwetting at night. The survey targeted parents and caregivers through an online questionnaire, focusing on sociodemographic details, medical histo...

COVID-19 created substantial health policy challenges for low-income countries, impacting women and children disproportionately. A study analyzed the direct and indirect effects of the pandemic, highlighting disparities based on socioeconomic status, age, and gender. Researchers gathered data fro...

The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of childcare funding, particularly in Italy, where the crisis first struck hard. An analysis of local elections from 2016 to 2023 in small Italian municipalities without gender quotas reveals how male and female politicians approached childcare fun...

This study examines the impact of transportation on health care access for higher-needs patients and marginalized communities. Through semi-structured interviews with 17 community members facing various forms of marginalization and health challenges, as well as discussions with five global policy...

The University of Campinas (Unicamp) established its Emergency Pediatrics program in 1986, responding to the need for specialized care for children in emergencies. The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) program, introduced in the 1980s, significantly enhanced pediatric emergency services. Fol...

A study was conducted to identify challenges faced by surgical trainees who are pregnant or new parents and evaluate the effectiveness of a program called Parenting in Surgery. Researchers conducted interviews with 13 surgical trainees and junior faculty at a large academic medical center and dis...

Irreversible changes to the bodies of minors before they reach sexual maturity, particularly regarding fertility due to long-term puberty suppression, raise concerns among lawmakers and authorities about providing puberty blockers to transgender youth. Despite these widespread assertions, the imp...

A study on fatherhood in Ethiopia reveals that traditional patriarchal norms limit fathers’ roles primarily to financial providers and overseers, with caregiving responsibilities largely assigned to women. Researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 fathers from southern Ethiopia, fo...

A systematic review evaluated interventions aimed at alleviating homelife challenges faced by women physicians. Despite the importance of women in healthcare, research on initiatives to support their homelife responsibilities is limited. The review analyzed 2,896 citations, ultimately selecting e...

The current approach of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in supporting veterans’ families, caregivers, and survivors is inconsistent and limited. While post-9/11 veterans, who include more women and dual-military households, receive extensive support from the Department of Defense (DOD) du...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder affecting many youths and creating significant stress for families and economies. Computerized executive function training (CEFT) is gaining attention as a potential treatment for ADHD due to its convenience a...

A study examined the availability of onsite childcare in U.S. residency programs and its impact on female resident representation. Analyzing data from 3,118 residency programs across the 10 largest specialties in 2022, researchers found that 77.5% of these programs did not offer onsite childcare....

Since 2010, 12 U.S. states and three cities have implemented Domestic Worker Bills of Rights (DW BoR), establishing protections such as minimum wage and overtime for domestic workers. A study analyzed data from the American Community Survey between 2006 and 2019 to assess the impact of these laws...

A study conducted in Shenzhen, China, examined the intergenerational co-parenting relationships between mothers and grandparents of infants and toddlers. Researchers aimed to identify different types of these relationships and how they relate to maternal psychological well-being. A survey of 366 ...

A study of 752 pregnant women in Japan found that several psychosocial factors during pregnancy significantly impact marital satisfaction after childbirth. Higher depressive symptoms, measured by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, were linked to a greater likelihood of decreased marital sa...

A study conducted in Athy, Ireland, and Iași, Romania, assessed lifestyle-related health challenges and digital engagement preferences to prepare for the Connect5 digital health coaching intervention. Utilizing a mixed-methods cross-sectional design, researchers surveyed 219 participants in Irela...

A study conducted among 338 mothers in Hangzhou, China, explored breastfeeding self-efficacy within the first six months postpartum, framed by Life Course Theory. The research, carried out from May to August 2023, utilized convenience sampling and included questionnaires on general information, b...

A study published in Support Care Cancer highlights the need for childcare support among cancer patients who are also parents. Approximately 20% of newly diagnosed cancer patients are in the typical childrearing age range of 20 to 54, prompting the research conducted at a major Canadian cancer ce...

A study published in Front Public Health highlights the significant prevalence of depression among female sex workers (FSW) in low- and middle-income countries, specifically focusing on mothers in Kenya, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Utilizing the Edinburgh Postnatal Depressi...

A pilot study evaluated the validity of weighed and digital photography methods for estimating food intake in preschool children at early childcare centers. Conducted with 41 children, primarily Hispanic/Latino, the study measured the food consumed during lunch over three consecutive days. Pre- a...

A study conducted at a large institution explored the experiences of physician trainees with pregnancy and parenthood to inform policies that support them. Interviews with 28 trainee parents, predominantly women, revealed five key challenges:

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) significantly affects both maternal and neonatal health, yet its impact on the neonatal intestinal microbiota remains underexplored. A study analyzed meconium samples from 32 newborns, 16 from GDM-affected mothers and 16 from healthy controls, to assess the eff...

A qualitative review synthesizes evidence on nurses’ experiences in engaging with fathers during care for young children. Researchers searched five databases and included studies focusing on nurses’ experiences with paternal involvement written in English or French. A thematic synthesis of 17 pee...

An observational cohort study conducted in rural Tanzania from 2011 to 2015 examined the link between the strength of maternal, newborn, and child health care (MNCH) implementation and child survival rates. Utilizing data from health facilities’ service availability assessments and household surv...

A study in Shandong Province, China, examined the second birth intentions of reproductive-aged women in light of the Universal Two-Child Policy (UTCP). Conducted through a cross-sectional survey of 2,422 women aged 18-45, the research found that only 48.02% were willing to have a second child. Fa...

A study evaluated morphosyntactic abilities in 228 Colombian children aged 24 to 50 months using the 20-Sentence Repetition Task (20-SRT), a shortened version of the 33-SRT. The participants were drawn from child-care centers in areas classified as high or low socioeconomic status (SES). Findings...

A study conducted in Okinawa, Japan, assessed the clinical and demographic characteristics of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in children under 5 years old from April 2017 to March 2021. The retrospective analysis included 1,541 hospitalized cases, with 7.6% classified as severe. Mos...

This study examines the distribution of paid and unpaid labor among same-sex couples in Italy using data from an online survey of 190 respondents, primarily women. Findings indicate an overall equal division of domestic and childcare responsibilities, consistent with previous research from other ...

The CMV Transmission and Immune Tracking (TransmIT) Study aims to enhance understanding of cytomegalovirus (CMV) transmission in early education and care (EEC) settings. This community-engaged, two-stage study employs partnerships with EEC centers, digital platforms, and infrastructure for data c...

India faces increasing concerns regarding neurodevelopmental disorders, with nearly one in eight children potentially affected. The first 1,000 days of life are critical for brain development, and global early intervention strategies emphasize caregiver involvement and enriched environments. Howe...

A study focused on the impact of formal childcare use on fertility intentions and behaviors among native and migrant women in Italy reveals significant findings. It highlights the challenges posed by Italy’s familistic welfare system, which affects work-family reconciliation and female workforce ...

A study published in Quantitative Imaging in Medicine and Surgery explores advancements in imaging techniques relevant to medical applications. The research focuses on the development and evaluation of novel imaging modalities that enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning. It emphasizes...

An increase in allergic, autoimmune, and metabolic diseases in recent decades has been linked to heightened exposure to chemicals that can harm the epithelial barrier in infants. This review examines the impact of detergents and disinfectants on the epithelial barrier, which plays a crucial role ...

A study investigated the risk of child physical abuse among 125 Italian professionals working with children and youth, focusing on the association with work-related burnout and executive functioning. Participants, predominantly female and aged 21 to 63, were recruited from educational and residen...

A study published in Frontiers in Genetics examines the genetic basis of prenatal brain anomalies linked to 6q terminal deletions. Researchers evaluated five cases of cerebral dysplasia in a familial context, focusing on genetic diagnosis to enhance prenatal counseling. Data were collected from G...

A study published in the journal Pediatrics International examines a specific pediatric health issue. The research focuses on various aspects, including prevalence, symptoms, and treatment options relevant to the condition under review. The findings highlight the importance of early diagnosis and...

A study published in Value Health examined patient preferences for health insurance plans covering newer type 2 diabetes treatments, particularly in the context of equity. Researchers conducted a discrete choice experiment with 701 patients, exploring two conditions: one focused on personal healt...

Globalized supply chains complicate the regulation of hazardous chemicals, particularly phthalates, which are known for their reproductive and developmental toxicity. The European Union (EU) has implemented policies to limit phthalate use, but vulnerable populations, such as children and pregnant...

This epidemiological study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of scrub typhus infection among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha, India. Conducted from June 2022 to May 2023, the community-based survey involved 1,485 participants across nine PVTG-dominated districts. Se...

In Canada, the COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in fathers’ involvement in domestic labor, particularly in housework and childcare, according to a survey conducted in August and September 2021. The study focused on dual-earner parents of young children, revealing that while father involvement...

Tuberculosis preventive treatment (TPT) is increasingly provided to adolescents and young people living with HIV (AYPLHIV) in high-burden areas. Research indicates that tailored support enhances AYPLHIV’s engagement with HIV treatment. A study conducted in Harare involved focus groups and intervi...

A study evaluated racial disparities in health perception, health literacy, and barriers to care among patients with adult spinal deformity (ASD). Using the NIH All of Us survey database, researchers analyzed data from 9,271 adults categorized as non-Hispanic White (NHW), non-Hispanic Black (NHB)...

A study evaluated the perceptions of family childcare home (FCCH) providers, sponsors, and families regarding the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in California. Conducted from September 2023 to February 2024, the research involved semi-structured interviews with 31 FCCH providers, 10 sp...

A cross-sectional study investigated the link between maternal employment and childhood overweight status, targeting potential preventive strategies. Overweight was defined as a body mass index at or above the 85th percentile. Researchers conducted face-to-face interviews and anthropometric measu...

A study published in BMC Psychology examined the well-being of 366 parents of autistic children in China, highlighting differences between mothers and fathers. Using the Investigating Choice Experiments Capability Measures for Adults (ICECAP-A), researchers found a mean parental well-being score ...

Childcare settings play a crucial role in providing nutritious meals for preschool-aged children (0-5 years). A national survey of food provision in England revealed significant variability in menu usage among 322 participating settings, with only 56 (17.4%) submitting menus. Of these, 51 menus w...

Pediatric palliative care aims to enhance the quality of life for children with cancer and other life-limiting conditions. As the population of eligible children grows, there is a greater need for multidisciplinary care approaches and personalized strategies. A systematic review analyzed interven...