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Cultural Biases in Gender Preference

This chapter explores women's experiences with pregnancy in Georgia and the societal biases favoring male children. It connects traditional son preference to historical and socioeconomic factors, while also highlighting recent changes towards a more balanced sex ratio due to economic and empowerment shifts.

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