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Egyptian women used pessaries made of crocodile dung, honey, or lint. The acidity likely acted as a mild spermicide.

Abortion was widely practiced, though views on it varied by culture and the stage of the pregnancy. Techniques Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient Wor...

In the absence of a social safety net, family size was strictly managed to prevent poverty. Egyptian women used pessaries made of crocodile dung,

Generally permitted. The Stoics believed a fetus was not a "person" until it breathed air. Legislation usually focused on the father's right to his offspring rather than the "rights" of the fetus. Techniques In the absence of a social safety

Potent herbs like pennyroyal, rue, and Queen Anne’s Lace were used to induce contractions.

Ancient medical texts are historical documents. Many substances mentioned—like or lead —are highly toxic and can be fatal.

Mentioned in Roman and Greek texts, though highly dangerous due to the risk of infection and hemorrhage. Cultural Views