The midwife and society : perspectives, policies and practice

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The midwife and society : perspectives, policies and practice

Anthea Symonds and Sheila C. Hunt

Macmillan, 1996

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Bibliography: p. 215-229

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Description

Applying sociological theories to midwifery practice, this clear and accessible book offers a broad review of relevant social policies and their philosophy and effects especially on child-bearing women, as well as exploring the social meaning of concepts such as motherhood, fatherhood, professionalisation and the role of the state.

Table of Contents

What is Sociology?.- Social Divisions and Patterns of Inequality.- Sociological Perspectives on 'The Family' and 'Community'.- The Social Aspects of Pregnancy and Childbirth.- Aspects of Motherhood.- Social Policy, Family and Community.- Women and Social Policy.- Power, Professionalism and Midwifery.- Conclusions.

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