Childbirth in Benin
Childbirth practices in Benin are strongly influenced by the sociopolitical structure of the West African country. == Background == === Social structure and organization === About 50 cultural groups are represented in Benin, with the most numerous being the Fon (39.2%), Adja (15.2%), Yoruba (12.3%), and Batombu/Bariba (9.2%).