Africa: Mothers Need Not Give Birth Alone

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Africa: Mothers Need Not Give Birth Alone

[allAfrica] It is difficult to think of any event that is more profoundly life-altering than childbirth - a process steeped in wonder and pain and, too often, fear. But giving birth does not have to be terrifying. Experience and evidence show that when women have a trusted companion at their side, they feel better, are more informed, less afraid, and have better outcomes.

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