All Outputs (21)

Predicting fear of childbirth during pregnancy, the positive role of self-efficacy and mental well-being: a cross-sectional study. (2025)
Journal Article
FORBES-MCKAY, K.E., TABIB, M. and HUMPHREY, T. 2025. Predicting fear of childbirth during pregnancy, the positive role of self-efficacy and mental well-being: a cross-sectional study. Journal of psychosomatic obstetrics and gynecology [online], 46(1), article number 2527658. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/0167482X.2025.2527658

Whilst the negative impact of fear of childbirth (FOC) is well established, there is limited understanding of the factors that reduce it. This study, aimed to explore the relationship between positive mental well-being, childbirth self-efficacy, and... Read More about Predicting fear of childbirth during pregnancy, the positive role of self-efficacy and mental well-being: a cross-sectional study..

The role of antenatal relaxation practices in enhancing maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: an observational study. (2025)
Journal Article
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. 2025. The role of antenatal relaxation practices in enhancing maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: an observational study. Frontiers in global women's health [online], 6, article number 1597174. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3389/fgwh.2025.1597174

There is growing qualitative evidence that antenatal education on relaxation practices can enable women to deliberately induce a deep state of emotional calmness. Learning to shift focus from distressing emotions such as anxiety and fear to this alte... Read More about The role of antenatal relaxation practices in enhancing maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: an observational study..

Emotional intelligence workshop. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M. and STEVENSON, G. 2024. Emotional intelligence workshop. Presented at the 2024 Scotland maternity and midwifery festival, 26 November 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Hosted on Vimeo [online]. Available from: https://vimeo.com/1033510204

Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognise and manage your emotions, and to recognise emotions in others with a view to building relationships. In this presentation, the authors provide an overview of how they have developed various em... Read More about Emotional intelligence workshop..

The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study. (2024)
Journal Article
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. [2024]. The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study. Journal of reproductive and infant psychology [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2024.2369937

There is growing evidence that antenatal education incorporating relaxation practices can positively influence perinatal psychological wellbeing. However, a paucity of qualitative research is evident. Gaining insight into how and why such education m... Read More about The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study..

Mo Tabib on emotional intelligence in maternal care. [Podcast] (2024)
Digital Artefact
MCNEILL, L. and TABIB, M. 2024. Mo Tabib on emotional intelligence in maternal care. [Podcast]. Thru the pinard podcast, episode 77. Hosted on Buzzsprout [online]. Available from: https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1441249/episodes/15153265-ep-77-mo-tabib-on-emotional-intelligence-in-maternal-care

Imagine finding your life's calling through a book in high school and embarking on a journey that takes you from the rural landscapes of Iran to lecturing at a prestigious university in Scotland. That's the incredible story of Mo Tabib, a midwifery l... Read More about Mo Tabib on emotional intelligence in maternal care. [Podcast].

Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme. [Livestream] (2024)
Digital Artefact
TABIB, M. 2024. Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme. [Livestream]. Maternity and midwifery hour livestream, season 13 (episode 1). Hosted on YouTube [online]. Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Gx8UheW1k4

In this invited talk as part of the Maternity and Midwifery Hour series, Mo Tabib presents some recent work into Emotional Intelligence (EI). We know how stressful the maternity services landscape can be, and this is often because staffing levels imp... Read More about Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme. [Livestream].

"Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' perspectives on the influence of an emotional intelligence education programme: a qualitative study. [Article] (2024)
Journal Article
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. 2024. "Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' perspectives on the influence of an emotional intelligence education programme: a qualitative study. Women and birth [online], 37(3), article number 101587. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wombi.2024.02.003

The role of the midwife is emotionally demanding, with many midwives experiencing high levels of stress and burnout, and a great number considering leaving the profession. This has serious implications for the delivery of high-quality, safe maternity... Read More about "Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' perspectives on the influence of an emotional intelligence education programme: a qualitative study. [Article].

From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MACKAY, N., TABIB, M. and GOTCH, A. 2023. From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme. Presented at the 2023 Royal College of Midwives (RCM) Scotland think tank, 16 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

In this oral presentation, the researchers spoke about a programme to provide emotional intelligence training to midwives. This programme was introduced in part to address issues identified in the 2022 Culture Matters survey. The presentation also co... Read More about From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme..

The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T., HOLLINS-MARTIN, C., FORBES-MCKAY, K. and MCVICAR, S. 2023. The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study. Presented at the 2023 Lothian health and care professions research conference: achieving impactful healthcare research through clinical academic collaborations, 7 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

This presentation discusses the results of a study to review the outcomes of an antenatal relaxation class. The study aimed to examine the influence of this class on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth. The study used an observational ap... Read More about The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study..

Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. 2023. Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study. Presented at the 2023 Lothian health and care professions research conference: achieving impactful healthcare research through clinical academic collaborations, 7 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

This poster summarises the results of a study that sought to evaluate an emotional intelligence programme for midwives. This programme aimed to address reported challenges experienced by midwives in terms of a discrepancy between wanting to be emotio... Read More about Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study..

"Doing" is never enough if "being" is neglected: the influence of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP) on midwives' emotional wellbeing and experiences of practice: a pilot survey study. (2023)
Report
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. 2023. "Doing" is never enough if "being" is neglected: the influence of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP) on midwives' emotional wellbeing and experiences of practice: a pilot survey study. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/output/2158762

This brief report summarises the methodology, findings and conclusion of a study that aimed to evaluate the impact of an emotional intelligence training programme for midwives. The programme aimed to address known issues with high stress and burnout... Read More about "Doing" is never enough if "being" is neglected: the influence of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP) on midwives' emotional wellbeing and experiences of practice: a pilot survey study..

"Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme: a qualitative study. [Presentation] (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., FORBES-MCKAY, K. and HUMPHREY, T. 2023. "Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme: a qualitative study. Presented at the 15th International labour and birth conference, 24-26 April 2023, Grange over Sands, UK.

The role of the midwife is emotionally demanding, with many midwives experiencing high levels of stress and burnout, and a great number considering leaving the profession. This has serious implications for the delivery of high-quality, safe maternity... Read More about "Doing" is never enough, if "being" is neglected: exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence (EI) programme: a qualitative study. [Presentation].

The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC. (2023)
Journal Article
IRLANDA, S., TABIB, M. and CLUBBS COLDRON, B.M. 2023. The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC. Human rights in childbearing 7. The practising midwife [online], 26(3), pages 13-19. Available from: https://doi.org/10.55975/YWSN4706

Vaginal birth after c-section (VBAC) can be physically and mentally challenging. This paper intends to highlight the importance of humanistic care and human rights-based approaches when women are preparing for VBAC. According to the United Nations In... Read More about The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC..

Bringing presence to the intrapartum experience. (2022)
Book Chapter
TABIB, M. and HUMPHREY, T. 2022. Bringing presence to the intrapartum experience. In Davies, L. and Crowther, S. (eds.) Mindfulness in the birth sphere: practice for pre-conception to the critical 1000 days and beyond. Abingdon: Routledge [online], pages 130-146. Available from: https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003165200-9

Being present during childbirth, having the wisdom to anchor oneself to the here and now through the breath and the body, may have profound spiritual, psychological and physiological implications. The knowledge and skills of meditation and relaxation... Read More about Bringing presence to the intrapartum experience..

A different way of being. (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T., FORBES-MCKAY, K., HOLLINS-MARTIN, C. and MCVICAR, S. 2022. A different way of being. Presented at the 2022 Scotland maternity and midwifery festival, 29 November 2022, Edinburgh, UK.

This presentation gives an overview of the findings from the author's PhD project, which aimed to explore the impact of an antenatal relaxation class on maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth.

A different way of being: the influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: an exploratory sequential mix-method study. (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T., FORBES-MCKAY, K., HOLLINS-MARTIN, C. and MCVICAR, S. 2022. A different way of being: the influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on maternal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: an exploratory sequential mix-method study. Presented at the 21st International normal labour and birth research conference, 12-14 September 2022, Aarhus, Denmark.

This poster describes a study that aimed to evaluate the impact of an antenatal relaxation class on the psychology and wellbeing of pregnant women during childbirth.

Expectant parents’ perspectives on the influence of a single antenatal relaxation class: a qualitative study. (2021)
Journal Article
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T., FORBES-MCKAY, K. and LAU, A. 2021. Expectant parents’ perspectives on the influence of a single antenatal relaxation class: a qualitative study. Complementary therapies in clinical practice [online], 43, article ID 101341. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101341

Aim: This study explores the perspectives of expectant parents on the influence of a single antenatal class incorporating education on childbirth physiology and relaxation techniques. Method: The data for this qualitative descriptive study were colle... Read More about Expectant parents’ perspectives on the influence of a single antenatal relaxation class: a qualitative study..

Service evaluation of relaxation workshops for pregnant women. (2018)
Journal Article
TABIB, M. and CROWTHER, S. 2018. Service evaluation of relaxation workshops for pregnant women. Journal of perinatal education [online], 27(1), pages 10-19. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1891/1058-1243.27.1.10

This article reports a service evaluation of 'antenatal education on physiology of childbirth and relaxation'. A service evaluation was carried out during group class discussion, immediately after the workshops, and following birth. Identified themes... Read More about Service evaluation of relaxation workshops for pregnant women..

Offering relaxation techniques, promoting women's choices. (2017)
Journal Article
TABIB, M. 2017. Offering relaxation techniques, promoting women's choices. Practising midwife [online], 20(2), pages 1-4. Available from: https://www.all4maternity.com/next-time-series-reflections-offering-relaxation-techniques-promoting-womens-choices/

This article is part of the "What about next time? A series of reflections" occasional series of articles. In this article, Mo Tabib reflects on her experience as a midwife introducing relaxation techniques to a woman with a prolonged latent phase o... Read More about Offering relaxation techniques, promoting women's choices..

An interview study of pregnant women who were provided with indoor air quality measurements of second hand smoke to help them quit smoking. (2016)
Journal Article
MORGAN, H., TREASURE, E., TABIB, M., JOHNSTON, M., DUNKLEY, C., RITCHIE, D., SEMPLE, S. and TURNER, S. 2016. An interview study of pregnant women who were provided with indoor air quality measurements of second hand smoke to help them quit smoking. BMC pregnancy and childbirth [online], 16, article number 305. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-016-1062-1

Background Maternal smoking can cause health complications in pregnancy. Particulate matter (PM2.5) metrics applied to second hand smoke (SHS) concentrations provide indoor air quality (IAQ) measurements and have been used to promote smoking behaviou... Read More about An interview study of pregnant women who were provided with indoor air quality measurements of second hand smoke to help them quit smoking..