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Pregnancy and New Motherhood in Prison
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This ground-breaking book presents a unique focus on the intersection of pregnancy and prison in the UK. Through incorporating the authentic voices and real-life experiences of women, it offers a significant contribution to our understanding of pregnancy and new motherhood within the confines of incarceration and beyond. By providing historical context and a brief overview, the book then delves deeply, critically and poignantly into the criminal justice system’s response to pregnant and new mothers. It sheds light on the heart-wrenching tragedies of stillborn babies and the deaths of traumatised mothers in prison. Although not an easy read, this book aims to catalyse policy and practice transformations. Drawing upon extensive research and the personal stories of affected women, the authors present a series of recommendations. These proposals, if implemented, have the potential to greatly enhance the experiences of pregnant and new mothers involved with the criminal justice system.
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