1. Midwifery, Childbirth and the Media
- Author
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Ann Luce, Vanora Hundley, Edwin van Teijlingen, Ann Luce, Vanora Hundley, and Edwin van Teijlingen
- Subjects
- Midwifery--In mass media, Childbirth in mass media, Pregnancy--In mass media, Midwifery, Women midwives, Midwives
- Abstract
This edited collection - one of a kind in its field - addresses the theoretical and practical implications facing representations of midwifery and media. Bringing together international scholars and practitioners, this succinct volume offers a cross-disciplinary discussion regarding the role of media in childbirth, midwifery and pregnancy representation. One chapter critiques the provision and dissemination of health information and promotional materials in a suburban antenatal clinic, while others are devoted to specific forms of media - television, the press, social media – looking at how each contribute to women's perceptions and anxieties with regard to childbirth.
- Published
- 2017