Cihuacoatl

Cihuacoatl is a prominent figure in Aztec mythology, often referred to as the "Snake Woman." She is regarded as a goddess of motherhood, childbirth, and fertility, representing the nurturing and protective aspects of women. Cihuacoatl is associated with the earth and its cycles, symbolizing life and death. Additionally, she was seen as a warrior and a guide for women who died during childbirth, helping them transition to the afterlife. Cihuacoatl is also linked to wisdom and prophecy, making her an important deity in Aztec culture, reflecting the dualities of creation and destruction.