Changing practices and dynamics between mothers and medicine. Oldest birth stories from early 20th century; Family birth stories; A brief history of midwifery; Birth shorts - a collection of reminiscences and stories handed down from parents; Three more recollections of birth including the sorrows of lost babies; Village birth and life; Stories told to AIMS in the 1960s; Elderly primigravida has three home births; Miracle baby; Reflections of an ex-midwife; AIMS Campaigns Team - Birth Activists Briefing and update on work.