Mary Breckinridge and the Color of Nurse-Midwifery

Mary Breckinridge and the Color of Nurse-Midwifery

While the historical aspects of early nurse-midwifery are portrayed as brave and heroic, on a superficial level, there are additional issues to consider.

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What Happened to Midwifery in America? Part 1
Historical Influences Martha Merrill-Hall Historical Influences Martha Merrill-Hall

What Happened to Midwifery in America? Part 1

What happened to midwifery in America? Part 1

Throughout history midwives have been ever-present, often in the background, but always with us. They have been women in the community other women have turned to for support with women’s unique physical and emotional issues. Most people know the word, midwife; early English for “with woman”.

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