Wisdom and Knowledge of Mor-Tum-Yae in Caring for Maternal Health case study of Sitimae Hayee-A-Wae

Abstract

This research is qualitative research, aimed to study the Wisdom and Knowledge of Mor-Tum-Yae in Caring for Pregnant Women Health in Nathum Sub-district, Muang District, Yala Province. One key informant was selected to study who has specialized knowledge in Caring for Pregnant Women’s Health and has more than 20 years of continuous healing experience. Data were collected using in-depth interviews and observations. The results revealed that Mor-Tum-Yae will take care of pregnant women's health in two types: 1.Antenatal care, which will take care from the beginning of pregnancy until delivery. The important ceremony for antenatal care is the Nae-ngae ceremony. 2. Treatment of complications in pregnant women such as bleeding, uterine problems League after birth, etc., which these symptoms are treated with herbs. In the first step, it will be treated by using jasmine (Jasminum Sambac (L.) Aiton.) leaves and Khoi (Streblus asper Lour.) leaves. Combined with 1 tablet of turmeric and rice, mixed with warm water, taken every morning for 40 consecutive days to balance the body for normal functioning. various knowledge of Mor Si Tee Mae Hayee-a-wae from the transmission of the ancestors and without further study.