Perspectives of Nurses, Nurse Leaders, and Women Regarding Anticipatory Rounds in the Postpartum Period

Participants identified important nursing interactions and their timing. Moreover, anticipatory rounding for women after birth includes more than completion of simple tasks or checklists. These findings indicate beginning evidence for what should occur during anticipatory rounds on the mother-baby unit. Timing of rounds can be flexible based on each woman's unique needs, thus reinforcing patient-centered care. However, interactions and timing should take place only when the whole picture is taken into account.