The art of midwifery is not lost or forgotten. The population might not have been cut in half, but we still exist and in the fight to saving our mommies and babies health and the well-being despite the odds against us. The ancestors that cover us and walk with us daily are honored as we carry their torch. That the art of midwifery will not go in vain. March on my sisters. History of Black midwives: Long ago, and in many parts of Africa today, mid rise were revered, loved and depended on by the entire village. The grand-midwives taught the apprentice midwife the traditional rituals of womanhood, childbearing and family care. The sacred rituals included prayer, homage and respect for the ancestors, massage, and preparation of food, breastfeeding, postpartum and much more. The first Black laymidwife came to America in 1619, bringing with her the knowledge of health and healing based on her African background. Midwifery has always been an honored in spiritual profession among Africans who continue their rich traditions, even while enslaved. Historically Black midwives have saved the lives of countless mothers and babies throughout the US. Both free and enslaved Black midwives provided midwifery care not only to their communities but also to families outside of the Black community. Calling from God, appointed by the elders, chosen by an older midwife or moved by community need. #blackherstory #ourstory #blackmidwivesmatter #grandmidwivesmatter #carryonthetorch #healingmommiesdaddiesandbabies #everymidwifeforeverycomminity #repost @omorosebless #omoroseblessings #makingsustainabilitydope https://www.instagram.com/p/BuFCDoph6Cx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1pskt4dph77a3