Mary Mitchell
Women's use of complementary and alternative medicine in pregnancy: A journey to normal birth
Mitchell, Mary
Authors
Abstract
This paper presents some findings of a research study which explored women’s motivations and experiences of use complementary and alternative medicine in pregnancy and childbirth. A narrative approach was chosen as through story telling it is possible to come to an understanding of how CAM contributed to women’s experiences of pregnancy and childbirth. Participant’s CAM use was motivated by their desire to achieve a normal birth, one without unnecessary medical intervention and one which was an emotionally fulfilling experience.
Citation
Mitchell, M. (2013). Women's use of complementary and alternative medicine in pregnancy: A journey to normal birth. British Journal of Midwifery, 21(2), 100-106
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Feb 1, 2013 |
Journal | British Journal of Midwifery |
Print ISSN | 0969-4900 |
Publisher | MA Healthcare |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 21 |
Issue | 2 |
Pages | 100-106 |
Keywords | pregnancy, normal birth, complementary and alternative medicine |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/935186 |
Publisher URL | http://www.intermid.co.uk/cgi-bin/go.pl/library/abstract.html?uid=96705 |