Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: Rita Oghenero Omuero

  • Omugwo: A celebration of motherhood

    Rita Oghenero OmueroChicago, Illinois, United States In the days leading up to her due date, I called my sister, Chioma.“Sister, how far?” I greeted her in our usual way.“I dey o!” she responded. I could hear the fatigue in her voice.“When did the doctor say the baby was coming?” I asked.“Some days, or a week…