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“I talked to her just like I talk to a laboring woman. Mothers need to hear them soothing words. They just as important as the medicines, sometimes even more.” quote by Hillary Jordan
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““I talked to her just like I talk to a laboring woman. Mothers need to hear them soothing words. They just as important as the medicines, sometimes even more.””

Hillary Jordan

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Source Speech: Women's Empowerment Conference, 2018

She treats mothers with the same respect as any laboring worker, emphasizing soothing words as vital as medicine.

In simple terms: Mothers need comforting words as much as medicine.

Key Takeaway

Speak kindly to mothers.

Themes

respect compassion health gender

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

motivational social

When to use this quote

  • hospital settings
  • home care
  • parenting workshops

Key Concepts

psychology of caregiving social support gender equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What words soothe you most?
  • How can we balance empathy with professional care?
A Different Perspective

May overlook medical necessity.

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