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Matrones

Matrones are like medical experts for women. They help ladies when they are having babies and also with any problems they have with their periods. Matrones have been around for a while, even since ancient times! They know a lot about how the body works and how to make sure mama and the baby are both healthy. Matrones know when it is time for the baby to come out and also know ways to make labor not hurt as much. They can help ladies with any problems before and after the baby is born too, to make sure everything is A-OK!
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