Women's Reproductive Health

Publishes research on women’s reproductive health across the lifespan.

The official journal of the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research @MenstruationOrg

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Society for Menstrual Cycle Research Conference - Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden

2nd June - 5th June 2027

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This study explored experiences of partograph use and its impact on obstetric care among 34 midwives in rural Ghana, using a phenomenological study design.

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Using interviews with 42 Filipino incarcerated women, this study explored how imprisonment affects menstrual and reproductive health.

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This qualitative study examined how economic dependency within a patriarchal system influences reproductive autonomy among nine married women in India, aged 20–50 years.

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This qualitative study explored the menstrual experiences of 20 Aboriginal women in metropolitan Perth, Western Australia, using two age-specific yarning groups to examine sociocultural influences and interactions with healthcare providers.

https://t.co/pN5fE5bEeT

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Through sharing “normal range” diagnostic boundaries regarding cycle length, blood loss, period pain, mood, and other cyclic changes, this article helps to bridge the knowledge gap in differentiating typical menstrual changes from underlying conditions

https://t.co/k0G4zykzQJ

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Using in-depth qualitative interviews with 30 participants in Victoria, British Columbia, this article examined the ongoing challenges of obtaining a PCOS diagnosis and navigating PCOS-related healthcare.

https://t.co/ua47J926nq

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Using semi-structured interviews with 56 women aged 18–24 from five districts in Greater Masaka, Uganda, this study explores survivors’ needs and preferences for sexual violence care.

https://t.co/t1Ffdq1Avl

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Using medical sociology, feminist theory, and trauma studies, this paper finds that systemic biases worsen endometriosis care and outcomes. It calls for trauma-informed, intersectional, and reproductive-justice approaches to care.

https://t.co/DpyP4cLdaJ

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The study conducted interviews with 10 experts in Kathmandu to assess whether a social media intervention could improve menstrual health in Nepal. Findings suggest social media could help shift cultural norms and reduce menstrual restrictions.

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This qualitative phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of 10 first-time mothers who conceived through assisted reproductive technologies (ART), focusing on their journeys before and after birth.

https://t.co/l8UEehlrc0

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The study used semistructured interviews with 38 U.S.-based individuals with endometriosis (“care-seekers”) and physicians to explore how care-seekers manage their self-presentation during medical encounters to establish credibility and build trust.

https://t.co/7hLCJxEDcL

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Using cross-sectional data from 6,273 Australian women aged 24–30, regression analyses showed pregnancy intention was linked to higher BMI but not healthier diet or physical activity, highlighting need for targeted preconception interventions.

https://t.co/KovnJktAPL

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New study explores inclusion of trans health content in Australian medicine and complementary medicine curriculums, and students and recent graduates’ beliefs about trans and gender diverse people and confidence levels providing gender affirming care.

https://t.co/hytb2RtRwy

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This study investigated the effect of a structured childbirth education program on fear of childbirth and childbirth self-efficacy among 160 Jordanian pregnant women. Results show that the education program lowered fear and raised self-efficacy.

https://t.co/uAdU0TS8sU

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Analysis of 305 surveys and 20 interviews in Australia examined how culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) migrant women construct and experience the premenstrual body. Findings show the need for culturally responsive healthcare and education.

https://t.co/DeFA8zNpQs

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New study of 149 individuals found later gestational age and lower perceived support linked to several psychological difficulties following perinatal loss, with social support buffering symptoms. Findings highlight need for screening and support.

https://t.co/RSUeAKYgVf

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This article presents the epistemology of feminist situated knowledge as a transformative framework for endometriosis. In mapping out problems currently structuring the field, this study highlights avenues aimed at making endometriosis more livable.

https://t.co/OvT14WdZOl

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New study examines breastfeeding experiences during pregnancy and their views on tandem breastfeeding in Türkiye. Breastfeeding during pregnancy was found to be influenced by access to information, while employment status impacted tandem breastfeeding

https://t.co/XDacIkyEar

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This study explores how exclusively pumping mothers frame their experiences. Despite the emotional, financial and practical challenges, it is seen as a responsible choice, highlighting the need to broaden definitions of successful breastfeeding

https://t.co/mEXwDQkvhe

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Recent study examines menstrual management practices of female adolescents with cerebral palsy. Findings show the need for improved toilet facilities, accessible education, and targeted physiotherapy to enhance menstrual management and autonomy.

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