Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2015
Originally Published In
International Journal of Childbirth Education
Volume Number
30
Issue Number
1
Page Numbers
33-37
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Abstract
The fatherhood role is influenced by culture, religion, social factors, and economic norms. In Jamaica pregnancy is often treated as a female only event. Women are left to visit their clinics alone and have support from female family members. The man’s focus is providing financial support. In the past fathers were subjected to migrant labor and left their families for long periods. This tradition remained even when they were not working. Today, men are taking on more of the role of fatherhood, becoming involved and supportive and experiencing the privilege of pregnancy though of a secondary nature through their partner’s body.
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