Tag: latin

• The Byrth of Mankynde, 1540

  

  Learn more about the first book in English on pregnancy, birth, and newborn care: The Byrth of Mankynde, 1540.

  Aradia Wyndham

  February 7, 2020

  Birth, Pregnancy, Video

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• Updated: Scribonia Attice, Ancient Roman Midwife

  

  Scribonia Attice was a midwife in ancient Rome; a well-respected professional who considered herself the equal of her husband, a surgeon.

  Aradia Wyndham

  October 2, 2019

  Birth, Video

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