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Melissa D. Avery

1 paper in the library · 2 citations · publishing 2023

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Mindfulness for Midwives: Supporting Health and Well‐Being for Our Clients and Ourselves

Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health September 1, 2023 Ira Kantrowitz-Gordon, Melissa D. Avery 2 citations

Mindfulness has a natural affinity with midwifery practice. By attending to the holistic care of our patients, we have an interest in helping our patients cope with life stressors in addition to physical and mental health conditions and normal life changes across the lifespan. The use of mindfulness meditation as a therapeutic approach to reduce stress, improve mental health, manage pain, and...