The F word: Midwifery students' understanding of feminism

Clare Davison, Sadie Geraghty, Kirsten Dobbs

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    Abstract

    Background: Not all midwives embrace the word feminism however, it could be argued that providing midwifery care is an expression of feminism's core values.

    Aims: To describe and explain the views and knowledge of midwifery students on feminism and midwifery.

    Methods: A qualitative descriptive approach, employing an anonymous online questionnaire was implemented and analysed using thematic and content analysis.

    Findings: Eight themes were identified in this study that revealed midwifery student's views and knowledge on feminism and the impact it may have on midwifery clinical practice.

    Conclusions: This study suggests midwifery students should receive adequate education regarding feminism. The advantages of midwifery students understanding feminism within the midwifery professional are undeniable and it is important that feminism is integrated into midwifery programmes.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)731-737
    Number of pages7
    JournalBritish Journal of Midwifery
    Volume26
    Issue number11
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 20 Nov 2018

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