‘The view from here’ - Anxiety and defences against anxiety in the provision of maternity care to one mother and baby

• Published in: The international journal of whole person care Vol. 11; no. 1S; pp. s61 - s62
• Main Author: O’Sullivan, Nicola
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: McGill University Library 29.01.2024

Being emotionally open in a maternity setting is a necessary part of the job of the midwife and consultant doctor. In fact it is recognised as a key aspect of relationship-based work.  However, it can be complex and uncertain, particularly in the face of a mother and baby who are separated through d...