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The Midwife and Society

Perspectives, Policies and Practice
By:Sheila C. Hunt; Anthea Symonds
Publisher:Bloomsbury UK
Print ISBN:9780333630389
eText ISBN:9781349136544
Edition:1
Copyright:1996
Format:Page Fidelity

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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.