Within ethnography, observation and participation are interwoven as sociological research practice that involves watching, listening and asking questions about people’s daily lives and experiences, and the meaning they attach to these. For ethnographic researchers a close and regular engagement with participants raises both practical and ethical challenges related to intrusion, relationship bou...

Contemporary studies on ethnography chiefly focus on the formation of ethnography, the relationship between researchers and research objects, the role orientation of researchers and research objects. Especially, the postmodern reflections on ethnography urge anthropologists to recognize ethnography again. Seldom do studies on ethnography focus on the audience. However, the audience of ethnograp...

Abstract Background Mothers of premature newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) have complex needs and require a significant amount support during NICU admission. However, little is known about mothers' NICU. This study aimed to explore health staff experiences meeting mothers . Methods A focused ethnographic approach was adopted. Observations interviews with 21 mothers, 18 nurses,...