Table of Contents

What is Sociology? Social Divisions and Patterns of Inequality Sociological Perspectives on 'The Family' and 'Community' The Social Aspects of Pregnancy and Childbirth Aspects of Motherhood Social Policy, Family and Community Women and Social Policy Power, Professionalism and Midwifery Conclusions.

About the Author

Anthea Symonds BSc, MSc, PhD, Lecturer in Social Policy at the University of Wales, Swansea, UK.