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People are fascinated by stories of childbirth, and the sources to
document maternity in Britain in the twentieth century are rich and
varied. This book puts the history of maternity in England into its
wider social context, highlighting areas of change and continuity,
and charting the development of pregnancy and birth as it emerged
from the shadows and became central to social debate. A Social
History of Maternity and Childbirth considers the significance of
the regulation and training of midwives and doctors, exploring
important aspects of maternity care including efforts to tackle
maternal deaths, the move of birth from home to hospital, and the
rise of consumer groups. Using oral histories and women's memoirs,
as well as local health records and contemporary reports and
papers, this book explores the experiences of women and families,
and includes the voices of women, midwives and doctors. Key themes
are discussed throughout, including: the work and status of the
midwife the place of birth pain relief ante- and post- natal care
women's pressure groups high-tech versus low-tech political
pressures. At a time when the midwifery profession, and the wider
structure of maternity care, is a matter for popular and political
debate, this book is a timely contribution. It will be an
invaluable read for all those interested in maternity care in
England.
People are fascinated by stories of childbirth, and the sources to
document maternity in Britain in the twentieth century are rich and
varied. This book puts the history of maternity in England into its
wider social context, highlighting areas of change and continuity,
and charting the development of pregnancy and birth as it emerged
from the shadows and became central to social debate. A Social
History of Maternity and Childbirth considers the significance of
the regulation and training of midwives and doctors, exploring
important aspects of maternity care including efforts to tackle
maternal deaths, the move of birth from home to hospital, and the
rise of consumer groups. Using oral histories and women's memoirs,
as well as local health records and contemporary reports and
papers, this book explores the experiences of women and families,
and includes the voices of women, midwives and doctors. Key themes
are discussed throughout, including: the work and status of the
midwife the place of birth pain relief ante- and post- natal care
women's pressure groups high-tech versus low-tech political
pressures. At a time when the midwifery profession, and the wider
structure of maternity care, is a matter for popular and political
debate, this book is a timely contribution. It will be an
invaluable read for all those interested in maternity care in
England.
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