Oral history with Mrs. Funke Yamah
17 Jun 2023
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00:00 Interviewer introduction and background to interview
00:40 Interviewee introduction, name, background etc
02:00 How pregnant women are supported by the family and community, role of the specialist midwives/birth attendant within the community, use of herbs to support the pregnant woman
05:30 Day of delivery: use of herbs, role of the matriarch, birthing the baby, post birth care of the mother
07:50 Naming of the child, how name is chosen and the significance of names
11:35 Food served to mothers post birth
13:03 Eighth Day Naming Ceremony – a huge celebration, food and drinks served at the celebration
14:32 Clothing worn at the Eighth Day Naming Ceremony
15:57 Music performed at the Eighth Day Naming Ceremony
17:15 Use of specific items at an Eighth Day Naming Ceremony and their significance e.g. water, cola nut, alligator pepper etc
Title:
Oral history with Mrs. Funke Yamah
Date of work:
17 Jun 2023
Search dates:
17 Jun 2023 - 17 Jun 2023
Reference number:
GB3228.109/2/20/1
Level of description:
Item from Collection: Cultural Evenesce (GB3228.109)
Part of:
Sub-series: Mrs. Funke Yamah (GB3228.109/2/20)
Use restrictions:
Restricted
Language:
English
Record number:
17262054