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The Pee Test: Pregnancy and Childbirth in Ancient Egypt

Women Who Went Before

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Childbirth in Ancient Egypt: A Tragic Tale

This chapter delves into the heartbreaking story of a young girl who tragically died during childbirth in ancient Egypt, examining the societal and historical contexts of her death. It discusses the harsh realities women faced in reproduction and the cultural beliefs surrounding childbirth throughout Egyptian history, from pharaonic to Ptolemaic times.

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