Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10515719 | Midwifery | 2014 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
it is argued that joy at birth remains largely neglected as a phenomenon worthy of consideration. Plausible interpretations are presented that suggest that joy at birth points to something significant and meaningful. Spiritual and sacred meaning is alluded to in the papers reviewed yet the majority of papers that investigate birth leave this meaning unspoken. The review highlights a need for further thinking and questioning about birth that would direct on-going investigation.
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Authors
Susan (Senior Lecturer in Midwifery and Caseload Midwife), Elizabeth (Professor), Dr (Senior Lecturer),