Prehistoric humans had communal childcare from "summary" of Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan,Cacilda Jetha
In our ancient past, caring for children was not solely the responsibility of biological parents. The idea of communal childcare was deeply ingrained in the social fabric of prehistoric human societies. It wasn't just mothers who took care of infants and young children; the entire community played a role in raising and nurturing the next generation. This communal approach to childcare had several important implications for our ancestors. For one, it allowed mothers to have more freedom and flexibility in their daily lives. They were not solely burdened with the constant demands of childcare, as others in the community were always willing to lend a helping hand. Furthermore, communal childcare fostered a sense of interconnectedness and cooperation among members of the tribe. By sharing the responsibility of raising child...
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