Nicola Hawley
Biographic Data
| ID | 9063964 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Nicola Hawley |
| GIVEN NAMES | Nicola |
| FAMILY NAME | Hawley |
| SIGNATURE | HAWLEY N |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 15 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 1 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 14 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Impact of early pregnancy body mass index and gestational weight gain on birth outcomes
Early pregnancy low body mass index (BMI) and inadequate gestational weight gain (IGWG) are significant risk factors for adverse birth outcomes. However, the specific risks among underweight women with IGWG or excessive GWG (EGWG), as well as overweight/obese women with IGWG or EGWG, compared to normal BMI women with adequate GWG (AGWG), remain poorly defined.The primary objective is to estimate the risk of small for gestational age (SGA) among w…
Unveiling socio-demographic determinants of low birth weight using machine learning techniques
Low birth weight (LBW) poses significant challenges to child survival, contributing to increased rates of mortality and morbidity, and has long-term adverse effects on overall health. The persistently high prevalence of LBW in low- and middle-income countries, including Bangladesh, reflects underlying health disparities. Despite recent improvements, Bangladesh still reports a notable LBW rate of 14.5%, indicating persistent maternal and child hea…
Understanding age at menarche
This study investigates the factors influencing the age of menarche in various Indian states over a quarter century from 1992 to 2019, with the aim of understanding how climate change and demographic factors have shaped menarche timing. Data from the Indian Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) for 1992–93 and 2019–21, along with climate data from NASA’s POWER project, were analyzed using a cross-sectional study design, including 23,083 respondents…
Factors affecting antenatal corticosteroid use in low- and middle-income countries
Antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) utilization is disproportionately limited in low- and middle-income countries where most global preterm newborns who could benefit from this intervention are born. Understanding the factors affecting ACS use is crucial for improving its uptake. This study aimed to investigate facility-level factors associated with ACS use in low-resource countries. We used data from ten Service Provision Assessment surveys across n…
Hyperglycemia in pregnancy
Screening for hyperglycaemia in pregnancy (HIP) is an entry point to a healthy pregnancy and childbirth for both the woman and child, and offers a window of opportunity for the prevention of cardio-metabolic complications over the life-course of the woman and newborn. In Tanzania, two different screening algorithms to identify women with HIP are recommended, with no clear understanding of which performs better. We aimed to determine the prevalenc…
Understanding urban-rural inequality in early maternal discharge following facility-based vaginal delivery in Nigeria
The objective of this study was to estimate the urban-rural gap in early maternal discharge following facility-based delivery in Nigeria. A sample of 8614 women aged 15–49 years with national representativeness was extracted and analysed. Multivariate decomposition analysis and concentration index were used to examine the prevalence and urban-rural inequality in early maternal discharge after facility-based vaginal delivery. Approximately 65.6% o…
Iron deficiency prevalence among pregnant women in Cambodia varies widely by trimester, inflammation adjustments, and across different ferritin thresholds
Iron deficiency (ID) prevalence has been consistently reported as low among non-pregnant women in Cambodia, but less is known about iron status during pregnancy. Assessing iron status during pregnancy is critical, as deficiency can increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. We assessed anemia, ID, and inflammation prevalence in a cohort of pregnant women in Cambodia. Venous blood from 90 pregnant women (12–32 weeks’ gestation) was collected…
Qualitative exploration of comprehension and experiences of healthcare professionals regarding nutrition care in Karachi, Pakistan
Nutrition care involves providing safe and adequate food and beverages through a systematic, evidence-based approach aimed at enhancing or restoring the nutritional well-being of individuals or populations. In Pakistan, due to structural and economic limitations, doctors and nurses often deliver nutritional care instead of trained dietitians or nutritionists. This study was conducted to qualitatively explore the understanding and experiences of t…
Prospective cohort study evaluating feasibility, acceptability, and clinical impact of diabetes self-management education in a PEN-Plus program in Southeastern Liberia
People living with insulin dependent diabetes (PLWIDD) in low and lower-middle income countries (LLMICs), specifically rural areas, face significant barriers to diabetes management. Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) is an evidence-based intervention to educate and empower people living with diabetes to improve self-management. This pilot study evaluates the feasibility and clinical impact of a DSME program in a rural Package of Essential …
Iron deficiency anaemia in mothers and infants with high inflammatory burden
The scarcity of epidemiological data on anaemia in low- and middle-income countries, coupled with contrasting approaches to the assessment of iron status with inflammation, represent critical research gaps. This study characterised the prevalence and profile of iron deficiency anaemia, including adjustment for inflammation, in mothers and infants from South Africa. Mother-child dyads ( n = 394) were recruited (2021–2022) for the Khula birth cohor…
Knowledge and practices of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Eastern Province, Zambia
Birth preparedness and complication readiness are key strategies for reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. This study aimed to explore the knowledge and practices of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women attending antenatal care in selected health facilities, using qualitative insights to identify barriers, facilitators and cultural factors. A phenomenological qualitative approach was used to explore pregnant wome…
The intentions of pregnant women to give birth at a health facility and associated factors in the Aleta-Wondo rural District, Ethiopia
Pregnancy and childbirth-related complications are the leading causes of death among women of the reproductive age group. Giving birth at a health facility is crucial to prevent these complications. Hence, this study aimed to assess the pregnant women’s intentions to give birth at a health facility and associated factors in the Aleta-Wondo rural District, Ethiopia. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among randomly selected 421 …
Do timing and frequency of antenatal care make a difference in maternal micronutrient intake and breastfeeding practices? Insights from a multi-country study in South Asia
Despite the established benefits of vitamins and minerals for maternal and neonatal health, global micronutrient deficiency remains a significant concern. As such, the World Health Organization advocates timely antenatal care (ANC) initiation and micronutrient supplementation for expectant mothers. This study investigates the association between ANC timing and frequency and maternal health behaviours, specifically iron-folic acid (IFA) intake, ea…
Consensus-building during the Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) initiative in Samoa
The Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) initiative provides countries with an evidence-based toolbox to improve the national breastfeeding environment by assessing and developing a plan to effectively scale up well-coordinated national policies and programs. BBF is carried out by a multi-institutional, intersectoral committee of experts, convening across five committee meetings designed to produce policy recommendations that can be implemented …
Effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on health facility delivery in Ethiopia; results from PMA Ethiopia’s longitudinal panel
Objectives To examine the effect of COVID-19 on health facility delivery in Ethiopia. Design We used longitudinal data with a pre-post exposure to the pandemic to assess change in facility delivery patterns nationally and by urban and rural strata. We conducted design-based multivariable multinomial logistic regression comparing home, lower-level facility, and hospital delivery with date of birth as a spline term, with a knot indicating births be…
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Effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on health facility delivery in Ethiopia; results from PMA Ethiopia’s longitudinal panel
Objectives To examine the effect of COVID-19 on health facility delivery in Ethiopia. Design We used longitudinal data with a pre-post exposure to the pandemic to assess change in facility delivery patterns nationally and by urban and rural strata. We conducted design-based multivariable multinomial logistic regression comparing home, lower-level facility, and hospital delivery with date of birth as a spline term, with a knot indicating births be…
Consensus-building during the Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) initiative in Samoa
The Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) initiative provides countries with an evidence-based toolbox to improve the national breastfeeding environment by assessing and developing a plan to effectively scale up well-coordinated national policies and programs. BBF is carried out by a multi-institutional, intersectoral committee of experts, convening across five committee meetings designed to produce policy recommendations that can be implemented …
The intentions of pregnant women to give birth at a health facility and associated factors in the Aleta-Wondo rural District, Ethiopia
Pregnancy and childbirth-related complications are the leading causes of death among women of the reproductive age group. Giving birth at a health facility is crucial to prevent these complications. Hence, this study aimed to assess the pregnant women’s intentions to give birth at a health facility and associated factors in the Aleta-Wondo rural District, Ethiopia. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among randomly selected 421 …
Do timing and frequency of antenatal care make a difference in maternal micronutrient intake and breastfeeding practices? Insights from a multi-country study in South Asia
Despite the established benefits of vitamins and minerals for maternal and neonatal health, global micronutrient deficiency remains a significant concern. As such, the World Health Organization advocates timely antenatal care (ANC) initiation and micronutrient supplementation for expectant mothers. This study investigates the association between ANC timing and frequency and maternal health behaviours, specifically iron-folic acid (IFA) intake, ea…
Understanding age at menarche
This study investigates the factors influencing the age of menarche in various Indian states over a quarter century from 1992 to 2019, with the aim of understanding how climate change and demographic factors have shaped menarche timing. Data from the Indian Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) for 1992–93 and 2019–21, along with climate data from NASA’s POWER project, were analyzed using a cross-sectional study design, including 23,083 respondents…
Factors affecting antenatal corticosteroid use in low- and middle-income countries
Antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) utilization is disproportionately limited in low- and middle-income countries where most global preterm newborns who could benefit from this intervention are born. Understanding the factors affecting ACS use is crucial for improving its uptake. This study aimed to investigate facility-level factors associated with ACS use in low-resource countries. We used data from ten Service Provision Assessment surveys across n…
Hyperglycemia in pregnancy
Screening for hyperglycaemia in pregnancy (HIP) is an entry point to a healthy pregnancy and childbirth for both the woman and child, and offers a window of opportunity for the prevention of cardio-metabolic complications over the life-course of the woman and newborn. In Tanzania, two different screening algorithms to identify women with HIP are recommended, with no clear understanding of which performs better. We aimed to determine the prevalenc…
Understanding urban-rural inequality in early maternal discharge following facility-based vaginal delivery in Nigeria
The objective of this study was to estimate the urban-rural gap in early maternal discharge following facility-based delivery in Nigeria. A sample of 8614 women aged 15–49 years with national representativeness was extracted and analysed. Multivariate decomposition analysis and concentration index were used to examine the prevalence and urban-rural inequality in early maternal discharge after facility-based vaginal delivery. Approximately 65.6% o…
Iron deficiency prevalence among pregnant women in Cambodia varies widely by trimester, inflammation adjustments, and across different ferritin thresholds
Iron deficiency (ID) prevalence has been consistently reported as low among non-pregnant women in Cambodia, but less is known about iron status during pregnancy. Assessing iron status during pregnancy is critical, as deficiency can increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. We assessed anemia, ID, and inflammation prevalence in a cohort of pregnant women in Cambodia. Venous blood from 90 pregnant women (12–32 weeks’ gestation) was collected…
Qualitative exploration of comprehension and experiences of healthcare professionals regarding nutrition care in Karachi, Pakistan
Nutrition care involves providing safe and adequate food and beverages through a systematic, evidence-based approach aimed at enhancing or restoring the nutritional well-being of individuals or populations. In Pakistan, due to structural and economic limitations, doctors and nurses often deliver nutritional care instead of trained dietitians or nutritionists. This study was conducted to qualitatively explore the understanding and experiences of t…
Prospective cohort study evaluating feasibility, acceptability, and clinical impact of diabetes self-management education in a PEN-Plus program in Southeastern Liberia
People living with insulin dependent diabetes (PLWIDD) in low and lower-middle income countries (LLMICs), specifically rural areas, face significant barriers to diabetes management. Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) is an evidence-based intervention to educate and empower people living with diabetes to improve self-management. This pilot study evaluates the feasibility and clinical impact of a DSME program in a rural Package of Essential …
Iron deficiency anaemia in mothers and infants with high inflammatory burden
The scarcity of epidemiological data on anaemia in low- and middle-income countries, coupled with contrasting approaches to the assessment of iron status with inflammation, represent critical research gaps. This study characterised the prevalence and profile of iron deficiency anaemia, including adjustment for inflammation, in mothers and infants from South Africa. Mother-child dyads ( n = 394) were recruited (2021–2022) for the Khula birth cohor…
Knowledge and practices of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Eastern Province, Zambia
Birth preparedness and complication readiness are key strategies for reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. This study aimed to explore the knowledge and practices of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women attending antenatal care in selected health facilities, using qualitative insights to identify barriers, facilitators and cultural factors. A phenomenological qualitative approach was used to explore pregnant wome…
Impact of early pregnancy body mass index and gestational weight gain on birth outcomes
Early pregnancy low body mass index (BMI) and inadequate gestational weight gain (IGWG) are significant risk factors for adverse birth outcomes. However, the specific risks among underweight women with IGWG or excessive GWG (EGWG), as well as overweight/obese women with IGWG or EGWG, compared to normal BMI women with adequate GWG (AGWG), remain poorly defined.The primary objective is to estimate the risk of small for gestational age (SGA) among w…
Unveiling socio-demographic determinants of low birth weight using machine learning techniques
Low birth weight (LBW) poses significant challenges to child survival, contributing to increased rates of mortality and morbidity, and has long-term adverse effects on overall health. The persistently high prevalence of LBW in low- and middle-income countries, including Bangladesh, reflects underlying health disparities. Despite recent improvements, Bangladesh still reports a notable LBW rate of 14.5%, indicating persistent maternal and child hea…
Medicine (8 works) · Global Maternal and Child Health (6 works) · Pregnancy (6 works) · Child Nutrition and Water Access (5 works) · Environmental health (5 works) · Gestational Diabetes Research and Management (3 works) · Internal Medicine (3 works) · Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions (3 works) · Pediatrics (3 works) · Population (3 works)