This work discusses the situation with midwifery as a profession in the context of social change. Topics covered include: women's issues, the functioning of the midwife within the health care system and the relationship of the midwife with the woman she cares for and with the medical practitioners.
This work discusses the situation with midwifery as a profession in the context of social change. Topics covered include: women's issues, the function...
Since the development of modern medicine, men have become increasingly involved in childbearing as obstetricians and, more recently, as fathers. This book argues that the beneficial contribution of men has been taken for granted. Certain changes to childbearing practice have resulted, which, together with men's involvement, have been encouraged without any reference to evidence and without adequate opportunity for reflection. Considering the findings of recent research and wider literature, and using qualitative research with mothers the text examines: . how men became increasingly...
Since the development of modern medicine, men have become increasingly involved in childbearing as obstetricians and, more recently, as fathers. Th...
Since the development of modern medicine, men have become increasingly involved in childbearing as obstetricians and, more recently, as fathers. This book argues that the beneficial contribution of men has been taken for granted. Certain changes to childbearing practice have resulted, which, together with men's involvement, have been encouraged without any reference to evidence and without adequate opportunity for reflection. Considering the findings of recent research and wider literature, and using qualitative research with mothers the text examines: . how men became increasingly...
Since the development of modern medicine, men have become increasingly involved in childbearing as obstetricians and, more recently, as fathers. Th...
This new edition of a groundbreaking work reflects important developments in the general understanding of, and research into, loss and death. Providing a wealth of information for both experienced and inexperienced midwives, the book covers topics including:
perinatal and neonatal loss
miscarriage and termination for foetal abnormality
death of a mother in third world and first world settings
difficulties encountered during future childbearing.
Combining an authoritative research-based orientation with a critical yet human approach to this...
This new edition of a groundbreaking work reflects important developments in the general understanding of, and research into, loss and death. Provi...
This book critically analyzes the place of caesarean in childbearing at the beginning of the twenty first century. It questions the changes that are taking place in childbirth and, in particular, the effects and implications of an increase in caesarean births.
This controversial work by a practising midwife and researcher, includes discussion of:
the context of the operation and description of it
health systems around the world and their caesarean incidence rates
decision-making and cultural/medical constraints
the short and long term...
This book critically analyzes the place of caesarean in childbearing at the beginning of the twenty first century. It questions the changes that ar...
This book critically analyzes the place of caesarean in childbearing at the beginning of the twenty first century. It questions the changes that are taking place in childbirth and, in particular, the effects and implications of an increase in caesarean births.
This controversial work by a practising midwife and researcher, includes discussion of:
the context of the operation and description of it
health systems around the world and their caesarean incidence rates
decision-making and cultural/medical constraints
the short and long term...
This book critically analyzes the place of caesarean in childbearing at the beginning of the twenty first century. It questions the changes that ar...
This book considers the broad range of support given to mothers including social, psychological and clinical. It also looks at the provision of this service and how different models have been set up internationally to fulfill this important function. It brings together the latest research findings, which examine the nature of care that is provided and consider what constitutes effective and efficient support.
This aspect of care is considered a crucial part of the increasing and expanding role of the midwife. The ability of midwives to provide ongoing support throughout childbearing is one...
This book considers the broad range of support given to mothers including social, psychological and clinical. It also looks at the provision of this s...
Focusing on the mother's experience of pain and her contribution to its control, this accessible text covers the background to historical and scientific understanding of pain and considers methods of researching and measuring pain.
Now in its 2nd edition, Pain in Childbearing and its Control explores pregnancy, labour and puerperal pain, along with fetal and neonatal pain. As well as approaching the topic in considerable depth, the word 'pain' is interpreted broadly. Throughout the text, research-based theoretical approaches to pain and pain control are presented within the context...
Focusing on the mother's experience of pain and her contribution to its control, this accessible text covers the background to historical and scientif...
A stimulating and thought-provoking analysis of the issues faced in the real world of midwifery and maternity care! Rosemary Mander discusses the context of contemporary childbearing and analyses a range of political in the broadest sense issues which need to be understood and addressed by those practising in a system of public maternity care, particularly the new midwife.
Designed to help professionals cope with the transition from education and the ideals which brought them into health care to the reality of the system within which they learn and practise, this text includes...
A stimulating and thought-provoking analysis of the issues faced in the real world of midwifery and maternity care! Rosemary Mander discusses the c...
Arguing that contemporary maternity services provide a toxic, hostile environment both in which to practise and to give birth, this book looks at how we can change this. Its aim is promoting the best possible experiences of childbearing, and confident, strengthening and loving contexts for new parenthood.
Designed to create awareness about the political realities which enmesh maternity care, this inspiring volume features an in-depth and research-oriented analysis of the challenges faced by contemporary maternity services. Recognising the hostile environment in which...
Arguing that contemporary maternity services provide a toxic, hostile environment both in which to practise and to give birth, this book looks at h...
