Ariana Boswell

All articles by Ariana Boswell

• Why some hospitals are better equipped to diagnose and treat FNAIT

  FNAIT is a complex and under-recognized disease, and not all facilities have the expertise needed to provide proper care.

• Centrifugal therapeutic plasma exchange safe for pediatric patients

  A Japanese study of centrifugal therapeutic plasma exchange, a therapy used to treat FNAIT, demonstrated a 100% completion rate.

• Study finds mechanism that may affect FNAIT severity

  Anti-HPA-1a antibodies inhibit the receptors αvβ3 and αIIbβ3 in FNAIT, with greater levels of inhibition indicating more severe disease.

• Navigating triggers after a traumatic birth experience 

  Though healing may take time, there are many resources available to help you as you recover from a traumatic birth.

• Rebuilding trust in your body after a high-risk pregnancy

  By setting realistic expectations for your recovery, you can embrace your new reality while also rebuilding confidence in your body. 

• Mothers report diverse preferences, unmet needs in infant bereavement care

  Though many mothers experiencing stillbirth or neonatal mortality desire comprehensive bereavement care, specific preferences may differ.

• Parenting after miscarriage or loss: resources and considerations

  There are many resources available to help you find support, guidance and community following a pregnancy loss.

• Both clinical trial and real-world data valuable in maternal care

  Clinical trials and real-world data have unique strengths and weaknesses when it comes to advancing maternity care for diseases like FNAIT.

• Signs during childhood that may indicate a missed infant brain bleed

  Learn more about the symptoms to watch out for that may indicate your child experienced a brain bleed as an infant.

• Exercise may improve mental health during and after pregnancy

  A recent study found that several forms of exercise, including yoga and Pilates, may alleviate symptoms of perinatal anxiety and depression.