Historic references regarding the use of therapeutic cannabis for a variety of female medical conditions, including difficult childbirth, date back to the 7th century BC. According to quot;Cannabis Treatments in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Historical Reviewquot; by Dr. Ethan Russo, various parts of the plant, including cannabis flowers and seeds, were used by Chinese and Persian societies to induce contractions, prevent miscarriages, and reduce incidences of post-partum hemorrhage. By the mid-19th century, the use of cannabis tinctures became prevalent in Western cultures to hasten pregnancy and reduce pre-partum nausea. The historical use of cannabis use for pregnancy associated pain and other complications is also referenced in African, Indian, and Southeast Asian cultures. - NORML
