Birth Politics by Ogechukwu Ezekw Williams PAPERBACK 9781421452760

Johns Hopkins University Press

Explore the complex interplay of colonial power, medical pluralism, and maternity practices in Nigeria. This insightful book, 'Birth Politics: Colonial Power, Medical Pluralism, and Maternity in Nigeria,' delves into the historical and cultural dynamics shaping childbirth in a colonial context. Discover how traditional healing methods coexisted and sometimes clashed with Western medical interventions. The author, Ogechukwu Ezekwem, provides a nuanced examination of the experiences of women and healthcare providers. Key aspects covered include: * The impact of colonial policies on indigenous birthing practices. * The role of medical pluralism in shaping healthcare access and outcomes. * The lived realities of maternity within a shifting social and political landscape. This paperback edition offers a comprehensive look at the historical forces that continue to influence maternal health and politics in Nigeria. Summary: Johns Hopkins University Press, Paperback Book, Birth Politics, Colonial Power, Medical Pluralism, Maternity in Nigeria, Ogechukwu Ezekwem, Nigerian History, African Studies, Medical Anthropology.