By introducing the contemporary context of midwifery practice, this book helps students to understand the problems many women face in society.

By introducing the contemporary context of midwifery practice, this book helps students to understand the problems many women face in society. Covering topics including violence, mental and sexual health, the rising obesity epidemic and increases in numbers of women from non-UK countries the authors emphasise the fact that students need to be aware of their public health responsibilities and discuss various health promotion strategies.