Abstract
This chapter aims to explore how midwives can promote the mental health of all women in their care. This includes women who have or who are at risk of mental illnesses as well as women who are mentally fit and well and who we want to help maintain or improve their psychological well-being throughout their pregnancy and labour.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Health Promotion in Midwifery |
Subtitle of host publication | Principles and Practice |
Editors | Jan Bowden, Vicky Manning |
Place of Publication | Boca Raton, Florida |
Publisher | CRC Press / Taylor Francis |
Chapter | 11 |
Pages | 153-166 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Edition | 3 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781315382227 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781498725569 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 12 Jul 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |