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During this module you will develop knowledge of the psychosocial dimensions of childbearing and midwifery practice and explore the role of the midwife as a member of the multi-professional team including voluntary agencies in the provision of public health. Social inclusion will be examined and social theories explored in the context of care for the family unit from both a national and international perspective. Perinatal mental health will be introduced.
In this module the content is divided into the following key areas:
The role of the midwife as a member of the multi-professional team, including voluntary agencies in public health and social inclusion will be examined in relation to public health and social theories.
Public Health Agenda
Knowledge will be developed in the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness in childbearing women from diverse backgrounds. You will explore current issues related to social and healthcare agendas Scottish Government, Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC). National and International policy perspectives in Childbearing (World Health Organisation (WHO), United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), Baby Friendly Initiatives (BFI)

Epidemiology
You will develop analytical skills as you have the opportunity to explore epidemiology related to current maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity and the factors that influence this.
You will analyse social data from local, national and international perspective examining inequalities of health that impact on the health of vulnerable women and their families. Explore the relevance of antenatal and newborn screening

Health Promotion Knowledge will be developed in the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness in childbearing women from diverse backgrounds. You will explore current issues related to social and healthcare agendas (GIRFEC).

Academic Development – information retrieval, report writing and research skills

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO 1. Discuss the influences of social and public health factors on childbearing outcomes.
LO 2. Examine the effects of social policy and the health and social inclusion agenda on women’s experience of childbearing.
LO 3. Explore the roles and effects of professional agencies, institutions and voluntary groups from a national and international perspectives.
LO 4. Discuss international / national strategies & policy in relation to maternal & infant nutrition and how this impacts on health.
LO 5. From discussions with service users and user groups demonstrate the ability to effectively utilise feedback and convey health promotion through parent education strategies