Taking Care

Lessons from Mothers with Disabilities

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Disability, Family & Relationships, Family Relationships, Motherhood
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Author: Mary Grimley Mason ISBN: 9780761859703
Publisher: UPA Publication: October 23, 2012
Imprint: UPA Language: English
Author: Mary Grimley Mason
ISBN: 9780761859703
Publisher: UPA
Publication: October 23, 2012
Imprint: UPA
Language: English

Taking Care, based on twenty-six interviews and other autobiographical narratives, challenges the negative stereotypes about mothers with disabilities. These women’s stories tell of their successes despite the barriers they encounter from the society in which they live. Covering issues in the mothering cycle from pregnancy and birth to raising a child through adulthood, the mothers’ experiences and strategies provide valuable information for other women with disabilities as well as for doctors and health and social service professionals. This book will provide a significant model for all parents.

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Taking Care, based on twenty-six interviews and other autobiographical narratives, challenges the negative stereotypes about mothers with disabilities. These women’s stories tell of their successes despite the barriers they encounter from the society in which they live. Covering issues in the mothering cycle from pregnancy and birth to raising a child through adulthood, the mothers’ experiences and strategies provide valuable information for other women with disabilities as well as for doctors and health and social service professionals. This book will provide a significant model for all parents.

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