Routledge Men and Maternity - Sociology and Anthropology Book

Explore the evolving role of men in the childbearing process with Men and Maternity from Routledge. This book examines how men have become more involved in childbirth, serving as both obstetricians and fathers. It addresses how their contributions are often taken for granted within modern medicine. Through the lens of recent research and wider literature, the text analyzes changes in childbearing practices. It looks at how these shifts occurred and how men's involvement has been encouraged without sufficient evidence or reflection. Using qualitative research conducted with mothers, the book provides a deep look into the social and medical dynamics of modern birth. This work is an essential resource for those studying anthropology and sociology. It offers a thoughtful examination of the changing landscape of reproduction and the social structures that define the experience of men and mothers during this life stage.