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OverviewThis book is the essential guide to understanding the historical influences that have shaped our ideas about infancy and infant care today. It introduces the key theories, themes, and concepts that have shaped the history of infant care and invites readers to explore how events, approaches, traditions, studies and stories have shaped modern day practice. From foundlings to wetnurses, community care and edu-carers, it introduces topics about family life, professional roles, and educational settings. The book includes short vignettes, imagery, and case studies as well as extended reflective questions. Each chapter introduces a different topic including pregnancy, parental relationships, developmental studies, the role of the professional and community services available to infants. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Amanda NormanPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic ISBN: 9781350168466ISBN 10: 1350168467 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 08 September 2022 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsList of Figures Acknowledgements Introduction Part I: The Infant at Home 1. Historical Reflections and Contemporary Practice 2. Transitions to Parenthood 3. Parenting and Family Life 4. Infant Development and Holistic Care 5. The Professionalisation of Infant Care Part II: The Infant Beyond the Home 6. A Caring Community 7. Communication, Love and Care 8. Edu-care and Play 9. A Cross Disciplinary Approach to Studying Infants Conclusion: Looking Back, Moving Forward References IndexReviewsThis is a very important book for students of early childhood education: it offers a holistic and comprehensive overview of infant care in the past and demands the reader to reflect on their own practice as they read. It is both academically rigorous and heartwarming - a winning combination! * Abigail Gosling, Course Coordinator for BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Senior Lecturer Education Studies (Early Years), University of Bedfordshire, UK * This book presents a historical context for contemporary studies and views about infant care and family life. Authentic narratives emphasize women's roles and experiences of pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood over time. The author's deep passion for the book's focus is evident throughout, as is the depth of her knowledge of European/Western sources. * Dana Gross, Professor of Psychology, St Olaf College, USA * Author InformationAmanda Norman is Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead of the BA (Hons) Childhood Studies at the University of Winchester, UK. She is the author of From Conception to Two: Development, Policy and Practice (2019) and has published works about infant care pedagogies in academic peer reviewed and professional practice articles. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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