In today’s world, science is greatly appreciated as it provides the base of any new medical reproductive technologies, however, in this appreciation of science, the concern that is most often ignored is the fact that how relevantly these technologies affect the health of women (Unit 3 62). Most frequently asked questions in this situation are mostly based upon the fitness of embryo, the growth of the embryo, if experiments should be allowed on living human embryos, etc. (Unit 3 62) However, questions based upon the effect …show more content…
In the article by Terry O’Driscoll entitled “Delivering away from home: the perinatal experiences of First Nations women in northwestern Ontario” the author states that women learned what they know about birthing from family and friends and not from professionals. What “parental knowledge” (129) did women receive; what did women like about the hospital’s program development, such as establishing tele-visitation with family members, that was taking place to assist women with their time away from home while awaiting the birth?
A few things that participants learnt from family members and friends were: eating healthy diet, exercising, not consuming any kind of alcohol or drugs, breastfeeding the child was encouraged, and they often followed their traditional teachings (O’Driscoll 129). Also, participants would appreciate having assistance from First Nation doulas during the labour as participants thought they knew the process better (O’Driscoll 129). First Nation elder were welcomed to come visit anytime during pregnancy (O’Driscoll 129). Participants thought that elders are more experienced, they know lots about the process and the social community (O’Driscoll 129). Significant things can be taught to the participants (O’Driscoll 129). Also, older people tend to believe in their heritage strongly (O’Driscoll 129). On developing the tele-visitation communication platform, the votes were almost half and half (O’Driscoll 129). Many individuals did not feel comfortable confronting the communication with their family members and many were also shy (O’Driscoll 129). The others however, felt as if they were connected to their people and got a sense of support and