4.2 Purpose
The purpose of this module is threefold; to understand the dynamics of pregnancy or parenting under duress from women’s experience; provide opportunities for health care providers to gain a deeper understanding of how being pregnant or parenting can impact health and health care for women and their children; and to assist practitioners to develop the understanding necessary for adequately supporting women and their infants/young children. Topics covered include:
- 'High Risk' Issues
- Stereotypes of Mothering
- Barriers to Treatment & Support
- Harms & Helps
- Making Changes