Marianne Belleza, R.N., Author at Nurseslabs

The Newborn & Normal Developmental Milestones

This nursing note aims to explore the world of newborn development, focusing on expected milestones in different areas including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects.

Maternity and Newborn Care

Family Planning/Contraceptive Methods

Contraceptives, also known as birth control methods, are a class of medical interventions or devices used to prevent or decrease the likelihood of pregnancy. These methods work by interfering with the process of conception, either by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation), blocking the fertilization of an egg by sperm, or creating a hostile environment for the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus.

Maternity and Newborn Care

Pregnancy Changes and The First Prenatal Visit

What would the nurse do during the first prenatal visit and the succeeding ones? Learn the assessment needed for this important step in providing care to the pregnant woman.

Maternity and Newborn Care

Postpartum Care and Changes

This nursing note explains and discusses postpartum care and the different changes women experience after childbirth, including physiological adjustments, emotional fluctuations, and the challenges of transitioning into motherhood.

Maternity and Newborn Care

Fetal Development & Fetal Growth Assessment

In the realm of maternal care, understanding and monitoring fetal development and fetal growth are paramount for ensuring the well-being of both the mother and the developing baby.

Maternity and Newborn Care

Pregnancy Induced Hypertension

Pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH) is a condition wherein vasospasm occurs during pregnancy in both the small and large arteries in the body.

Maternity and Newborn Care Notes

Labor and Labor Complications

Labor refers to the process of childbirth, during which a pregnant woman experiences rhythmic uterine contractions that lead to the progressive opening of the cervix and the eventual delivery of the baby. It is a natural and dynamic process that signifies the end of pregnancy and the beginning of motherhood.