Delivering Motherhood:Ideolog

by Katherine Arnup, Andrée Lévesque, Ruth Roach Pierson

This volume features a series of essays which describe the way in which control over the different stages of reproduction, from conception through delivery to childcare, has shifted in Canada from the central figure of the mother to experts and professionals.

322 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Katherine's newest book, "I don't have time for this! A compassionate guide to caring for your parents and yourself" was published in April 2015.

She is a passionate advocate for hospice palliative care and has been a hospice volunteer for more than a decade.
Her favourite place in the world is Provincetown (specifically, Room 2 at the Cape Codder!) Her favourite activities are writing and being silly with her grandchildren.

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book I am reading for my comprehensive exams. It is very useful and does a good job, addressing the history of mothering in Canada. Yes, I finished it quickly, due to intense reading I need to do (lots more to read!)