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Contexts of Midwifery Practice (Transforming Midwifery Practice Series) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Understanding the Complexities of Midwifery Practice: A Contemporary Perspective

By Helen Muscat, Heather Passmore, and Sam Chenery-Morris

Becoming a skilled and competent midwife requires a deep understanding of the complex individual, family, and societal issues that affect women’s health. This comprehensive book provides student midwives with a contemporary context of midwifery practice, enabling them to appreciate the diverse challenges women face in today’s society.

The Importance of Context in Midwifery Practice

Midwives play a vital role in addressing the unique needs of women from diverse backgrounds. This book covers a range of critical topics, including:

  • Violence and its impact on women’s health
  • Mental and sexual health: addressing the stigma and promoting well-being
  • The rising obesity epidemic: causes, consequences, and midwifery interventions
  • Cultural diversity and midwifery care: supporting women from non-UK countries

The authors emphasize the significance of public health responsibilities in midwifery practice, highlighting the importance of health promotion strategies to improve maternal health outcomes.

A Valuable Resource for Student Midwives

This book is an indispensable resource for student midwives, providing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of midwifery practice and the importance of addressing the social determinants of health.

Product Details:

  • Publisher: Learning Matters
  • Edition: 1st edition (June 18, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Pages: 208
  • ISBN-10: 1446295362
  • ISBN-13: 978-1446295366

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