1. Women Of The 19th Century
... made for him. Midwifery was difficult and took several years to learn, but once a woman was able to assist in childbirth, she often found herself helping in many other areas. Midwives responsibilities usually extended to caring for men and children, as well as pregnant women. In fact, the majority of a slave's medical care was provided by these women slaves.3 Not every ... ...
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