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Birthing – Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Back in the 1940’s having a baby was a scary event for mothers. Mother’s called their doctors when they thought they were in labor. The doctor determined if Mother should come to the hospital. When mothers arrived at the hospital the nurse prepared her for Labor and Delivery. The nurse gave the mother an enema. This was done to keep fecal material from contaminating the vaginal area. The nurse then shaved the perineal area of pubic hair. Pubic hair was believed to be a source of bacteria. Fathers were allowed to be with the mother but had no idea what to do or how to support the mother during the…