Did the women carried their babies on their backs while they worked in the fields?

Yes, many women in various cultures historically carried their babies on their backs while working in the fields. This practice allowed them to tend to their agricultural tasks while keeping their infants close and secure. Techniques for carrying infants, such as using wraps or slings, provided mobility and comfort for both the mother and child. This method reflects the practical adaptation of parenting and work responsibilities in agrarian societies.