What is omugwo meaning?

Omugwo is a traditional practice amongst the Igbo tribe in Nigeria, which involves the mother of a newborn baby being visited and cared for by her mother or mother-in-law. It is a period of about 3 months after childbirth where the mother stays with her mother or mother-in-law, who provides support and care for both the mother and the infant. During this period, the new mother is expected to rest and recuperate, while the omugwo caregiver takes care of household chores and provides nourishing meals and herbal remedies, bathing and grooming the baby, and passing on traditional knowledge about child-rearing. The practice is believed to promote bonding between mother and child and ensure the health and wellbeing of both. It is considered a crucial part of Nigerian culture and is still widely practiced today, although with some modern adaptations.