Presents and discusses the results of research carried out to expand midwifery knowledge. This work takes a reflective approach, which raises critical questions of philosophy and practice relating to this area - Anti-D in Midwifery, and other areas of knowledge.

The book begins by exploring the historical and current research evidence in this area in detail, outlining the 'facts' and the questions which remain unanswered. The results of research carried out to expand midwifery knowledge in this area are also presented and discussed. A reflective approach is taken throughout, which raises critical questions of philosophy and practice relating to this and other areas of knowledge.

Introduction and background
Initial research
Subsequent research
The question of antenatal anti-D
The search for midwifery evidence
Philosophy and the question of iatrogenesis
Clinical and immunological factors
Placental physiology and the third stage
Positive intercessions
Supporting women making decisions
Midwifery and medical paradigms
Moving midwifery knowledge forward
Glossary
Bibliography
Index