An Akua’ba is a carved figure used by the African Ashanti tribe as a talisman to promote fertility and and to protect pregnant women.
A woman who hopes to become pregnant will keep such a blessed doll on her person, and dresses and cares for it as one would a real child.
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I’m an American who currently lives in Ghana. I’d just like to note that “Akwaaba” is Twi for “Welcome.” Seemed topical is all. Also, great site.