TeamBirth NJ Impact
Birthing people in New Jersey who experience TeamBirth report feeling heard, included in their care, and that their preferences were respected. They express higher levels of autonomy and involvement in shared decision-making during childbirth. Health care teams have reported on the positive impact of shared decision-making on improving interdisciplinary communication, teamwork, and birth experiences and outcomes.
TeamBirth uses the Mother’s Autonomy in Decision-Making (MADM) scale to assess childbirth experiences. The evidence-based tool focuses on communication with the health care team, education on options for care, and involvement in decision making. ![](https://www.njhcqi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/TeamBirthNJ-aggregate-data-April2024.png)
We have collected feedback from over 1,300 NJ birthing people on their childbirth experiences. This chart looks at feedback from birthing people who reported they did not experience TeamBirth huddles (blue bars) and birthing people who reported they did experience TeamBirth huddles (orange bars). Across all items, autonomy and involvement in decisions is higher for birthing people who experienced TeamBirth.
Additionally, we are seeing similar trends across racial and ethnic groups. Furthermore, reduced variation between racial and ethnic groups is observed among those with exposure to TeamBirth. TeamBirth has been an effective model for highlighting and improving disparities in care.