Routledge Maternal Transition: A North-South Politics of Pregnancy

Explore the complex political dimensions of healthcare preferences during pregnancy and childbirth in this academic study from Routledge Research in Gender and Politics. Candace Johnson examines how women's choices vary across different communities and global regions, noting the striking differences between trends in the Global North and the Global South. By utilizing three specific conceptual frames-medicalization, the public-private distinction, and intersectionality-this book provides a deep look into the lived experiences of women. Through detailed narratives from Canada, the United States, Cuba, and Honduras, the text investigates how privilege and marginalization shape the way women navigate maternal health services. This research is essential for those studying the intersection of gender, politics, and public health systems on a global scale.