Elsségélynyújtók
Elsségélynyújtók, a Hungarian term translating to "hand-holders," is a term that historically referred to a specific group of people in rural Hungarian society. Primarily, it designated individuals who were tasked with assisting in the rituals and ceremonies associated with childbirth and the postpartum period. These individuals were often women, experienced in traditional midwifery and folk healing practices.
Their role extended beyond mere physical assistance. Elsségélynyújtók were expected to provide emotional support to the
The importance of Elsségélynyújtók diminished with the advent of modern medicine and institutionalized healthcare. As professional