Maternal love---the greatest love in human civilization! From the unprecedented great men to the ordinary and simple people, people all have one thing in common, that is, they each have their own amiable and respectable mother. Let us take a look at the sublimity of maternal love through these chairs that we have rarely seen.
Compared with modern times, there were no abortion needles in ancient times, nor were there caesarean sections . There were many people who died due to dystocia. The birthing support is a good invention that can reduce dystocia and allow women to effectively use their strength during childbirth.
From ancient times to 1800, some people gave birth with the help of specially designed seats called birthing chairs. These chairs can help women sit upright or recline during childbirth, moderately reducing labor pains.
Some of them had retractable leg rests, almost identical to modern birthing stirrups. Other designs are simpler and simply make it easier for those assisting with birth to catch the baby while the mother remains somewhat upright.
Adjustable birthing chair, Europe, 1750-1850
In some families, these chairs are considered heirlooms and are passed down from generation to generation. The armrests and footrests help to exert force during childbirth, and the hollow seat is more convenient for the birth of the baby. Personally, I think it would be more perfect if there is a relatively soft backrest or pillow.
delivery chair, Europe, 1601-1700
In addition to adding seat cushions and back cushions, there are also relatively humane lumbar cushions and back anti-fall support, which are the crystallization of the wisdom of countless generations.
Childbirth chair, Germany, 1701-1900 | Childbirth chair, Germany, 1601-1700 | 1532 Copy of the childbirth chair
Current childbirth chair
Let us once again pay tribute to people's wisdom, the great mother.
