K. Klingaman
Anthropology of caesarean section birth and breastfeeding: Rationale for evolutionary medicine on the postnatal ward
Klingaman, K.; Ball, H.
Abstract
Investigating biology and behaviour in the context of evolution enables the public, scientists and medical professionals to better understand the impact of particular medical care on human physiology and emotions. Evolutionary medicine is a useful starting point because recognition of the possible mismatches between an individual’s predisposition to interact a certain way and the environment in which he or she is found can lead to practical improvements. Human parturition and postnatal care are salient examples of how culturally constructed beliefs can inhibit appropriate somatic and psychological support. Our research examines birth events, feeding strategies and the attitudes underlying them in order to better understand how modes of delivery and postnatal arrangements affect breastfeeding outcomes, maternal satisfaction and safety.
Citation
Klingaman, K., & Ball, H. (2007). Anthropology of caesarean section birth and breastfeeding: Rationale for evolutionary medicine on the postnatal ward. Durham anthropology journal, 14(1),
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Jun 1, 2007 |
Deposit Date | May 26, 2010 |
Publicly Available Date | Jun 2, 2010 |
Journal | Durham anthropology journal |
Publisher | University of Durham |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 14 |
Issue | 1 |
Keywords | Birth, Breastfeeding, Infant care, Evolution and health. |
Public URL | https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1538875 |
Publisher URL | http://www.dur.ac.uk/anthropology.journal/vol14/iss1/klingaman-ball.html |
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