Chamorro Pattera, 1902. They were dirty old women who were similar to Charles Dicken's Sarah Gamp meaning fat old midwife, portrayed as drunk, cruel, and ignorant.
Contemporary Guam: Health

Guam Pattera Interviews

The stories of Guam’s pattera, or nurse-midwives, and their history give insight into their personal legacy and professional contribution to the healthcare of women, children,

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