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In what ways is an expectant mother given respect in traditional African communities?

      

Give ways in which an expectant mother is given respect in traditional African communities.

  

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Maurice
(i) She is exempted from heavy work.

(ii) She is exempted from using sharp tools that may cause injuries.

(iii) Prayers and sacrifices are offered to protect the unborn.

(iv) The expectant mother is fed on special diet.

(v) She is given protective charms to protect the unborn.

(vi) She observes certain taboos.

(vii) She is checked occasionally by midwives.

(viii) She is to abstain from sexual intercourse to protect the unborn against injuries.
maurice.mutuku answered the question on July 8, 2017 at 12:45


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