Countless Blessings

Exploring the unique cultural landscape of childbirth in Niger, the book delves into the historical influences of slavery, colonialism, and the spread of Islam on women's experiences during pregnancy and childbirth. It highlights the intense community competition driven by fears of infertility, the societal rejection of illegitimate children, and the detrimental impact on girls' education. With a medical system ill-suited to women's needs and a challenging political environment, the author reveals how pregnancy embodies both pride and peril for women in Niger.