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Other Questionable Remedies
Back in the 1800s, a book was published by William Edmonds Horner with some interesting advice for new mothers. It suggested they could ease the pain and discomfort of post-baby lady parts by applying a mixture of milk and bread or using leeches.
It’s safe to say that modern medicine has come a long way since then, and we can all be grateful for that. But it’s still fascinating to think about the strange and sometimes shocking remedies once considered standard practice.
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