You may know the story of Elizabeth Freeman (1742-1829), who helped end slavery in Massachusetts when she sued for her freedom under the new state constitution. Did you know that Elizabeth "Mum Bett" Freeman was also a prominent and respected MIDWIFE in Berkshire county? Read more about Elizabeth Freeman.
On the Black History of midwifery in the United States:
“One of the darkest moments in US history was the systematic eradication of the African American midwife from her community, resulting in a legacy of birth injustices.” - Shafia Monroe, Boston native and Queen of the Midwifery Movement
