A traditional South Asian midwife or birth attendant, especially one who assists in childbirth within communities.
From Hindi 'dāī' and Sanskrit 'dāyikā' (female nurse or midwife). This cultural role predates modern medicine by centuries in South Asian societies.
In many South Asian communities, dhais are still more trusted than hospitals—they understand local medicine, cultural practices, and serve as both healers and community historians!
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