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PALAUAN BIRTHING RITUALS
  • Manage No DI00000393
    Country Republic of Korea
    Author Meked Bese Chief, Division of Gender—Ministry of Community and Cultural Affairsbes
    Published Year 2019
    Language English
    Copyright Copyright
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Description In Palau, the healing process after birth is an essential part of a woman’s reproduction and life cycle. Great emphasis on and development of rituals have persisted to ensure women’s childbearing and rearing capabilities. Processes and details in carrying out this ceremony establish connections among family and clan members for the new mother and her husband. It is a celebration of the success and joy of the first child, the family, and relatives.

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