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Midwife

Noun: A person, typically a woman, who is trained to assist women in childbirth.

Example sentence: The midwife helped the mother to deliver her baby safely.

Noun: A person or thing that brings forth or aids in the development of something.

Example sentence: She was considered the midwife of the company's success, as her innovative ideas greatly contributed to its growth.

Verb (transitive): To assist or support the birth of (a baby) as a midwife.

Example sentence: The experienced midwife midwifed the birth, ensuring both mother and baby were safe and comfortable.