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Explore the fascinating history of childbirth from the development of forceps in 1647 to the modern era, highlighting key milestones such as the use of chloroform in the 1800s and the shift towards natural childbirth in the 1970s. Witness the evolution of maternity care and the changing roles of mothers and fathers in the delivery process.
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Early • 1647 • Forceps were developed • Many babies died in the early years of their use • Before 19th century was uneventful – delivery and life went on as normal with no pain relief • Mid-19th century • Women feared childbirth - painful or even fatal • Higher social status, less children you had • 1800 • Chloroform was used to relieve women of any pain • Harmful, even fatal, to mother and baby
Mid • 1882 • First successful Cesarean delivery • Death rate remained high until 20th century • 1900 • Middle class women were confined to bed rest until well after the baby was born • Introduction of maternity clothes (Lane Bryant)
1920 “Twilight labor” • 1920-Morphine and scopolamine • General anesthesia • Proved harmful to baby and mother • Use of stirrups to prevent any tearing or ripping
1950 and Beyond • 1950-Use of drugs in “assisted” childbirth became popular • 1970-“Natural” childbirth and midwives became popular • 1980-Back toward hospital births • 1990 and beyond-Both mother and father take a more active role in childbirth
