Lotus birth: what is it?

Lotus births - one of the unusual practices of childbirth. Currently, an increasing number of women in advance plans the process of childbirth and prefers this way of the appearance of the baby. What are the advantages of having children born with the help of the newfangled method chosen by their mother? Does the event have any dangerous moments and can there be complications and problems? We'll talk about these and other basic aspects of the topic below.

The origin of the method

The founders of the unconventional birth process are Indonesian specialists. The specific place of origin of the concept of "lotus genera" is the island of Bali. Today for local women this method of delivery is considered to be traditional and the most natural and correct. They do not even have disagreements and doubts about this, because everything is known and thought out beforehand. In Bali, there are special centers of natural birth in which a woman gives birth to a child in the most comfortable conditions appropriate to her choice. One of the most famous clinics of the island is Bumi Sehat. Lotus births, whose impressions are impressive, attract many future mothers. A huge number of pregnant women from all over the world are seeking to enter this center of natural birth.

Lotus birth. What is it? (a photo)

Many women have heard of the Indonesian birth method, but they do not know how the child is born, according to these recommendations. The main feature that distinguishes lotus genera from all others is the preservation of the placental site and umbilical connection after the end of the delivery process. It is believed that the placenta must itself die and pass all vital energy and positive spirit into the child's body.

The essence of lotus genus

Robin Lim (a Balinese resident, a midwife and creator of the Healthy World Center) was able to explain the main purpose of choosing this method of childbirth. She believes that the placenta, mother and child are the three most important links in an inseparable chain, which in no case can be violated. This is one of the ways to protect the process of natural birth. By means of an additional volume of blood obtained from the placenta, the child is able to obtain additional oxygen, iron compounds and stem cells. This increases his future intellectual abilities and provides good immunity, activates the protective functions of the body.

What happens to the umbilical cord with lotus birth

When a woman gives birth to a child in the usual way, the umbilical cord is clamped, bandaged and cut immediately after the child issues her first voice cry. In the case of lotus delivery, the placenta is attached to the baby by the umbilical cord until the end of its independent rejection.

Placenta - a full and necessary organ

The fundamental moment of the Indonesian theory is the adoption of the placenta as a full and vital organ for the further happy life of the child. According to the technique of Balinese specialists, cutting the umbilical cord can be compared directly with depriving a small person of one of the parts of the body that is necessary for him.

Scientific background

Any theory has a scientific justification. The method of delivery "lotus genera" is no exception. So, many mothers notice that when the child has passed through the birth canal and has been born, it has a blue shade of skin. This phenomenon is understandable: during the overcoming of a complex path the body of the baby on all sides is squeezed by mucous tissues. If you deprive the newborn of the connection with the placenta, then the small body will have to exert a lot of effort to make up the volume of blood.

Circulation between the circulatory system of the newborn and the placenta

During growth in the uterus throughout the entire process of pregnancy, the baby is fed by obtaining nutrients through the umbilical cord. There is a continuous process of blood circulation between the child's body and the placenta. If immediately after birth the baby is deprived of its umbilical connection, then approximately 50 percent of the blood from the vascular system of the placenta does not enter the bloodstream of the baby.

What to do with the placenta after birth

After the placenta emerges from the mother's body through intensive contractions, it is thoroughly washed and sprinkled with plenty of salt. After this, the placenta is wrapped in a cotton diaper and placed in a special basket. Most often the container is a container made of natural and environmentally friendly materials.

Proper storage of the placenta

Since the umbilical connection of the child and the placenta must be independently disrupted without outside interference, care must be taken to properly store the placenta in order to avoid its premature spoilage:

• Daily rinsing is necessary. This process can be fully combined with the time of bathing the newborn.
• Requires daily updating of the salt layer.
• Adding to the salt of essential oils, herbs, which will not be too flavored and will not bring discomfort to the child.

When the umbilical cord dies

After about 3-5 days mummification of the placental tissue takes place. At this time, the umbilical cord begins to dry out on its own. The natural process of dying of the placenta and separation from the child's body takes an average of 9-12 days. For the natural completion of the process, you can not touch the joint site and do not need to help the umbilical cord to fall off.

Is there any danger to the child?

First of all, it is necessary to consider all the pros and cons of lotus genus to make the right choice.

Pros:

• Ensuring a smooth transition of the baby from one environment to another.
• Saturation of the child's body with the necessary trace elements and stem cells.
• Minimizing the risk of anemia (anemia).
• Absence of wound on the navel, which provides a more simple care for the newborn.

Minuses:

• The inconvenience caused by the movement of the container with the placenta.
• Possible transfer of harmful substances into the bloodstream of the child through the umbilical connection.
• The need for regular processing of the placenta.
• Occurrence of physiological jaundice in a child.

Modern science of oriental techniques

Lotus births in eastern countries can not surprise anyone, because there people are familiar with this practice since ancient times. How do people in Russia refer to a process called "lotus genera"? The opinions of the doctors are mixed. For example, the doctors of the capital note that during this practice of delivery there is a high risk of infection and dropping of blood back from the baby to the placenta. According to Russian medicine, the placenta is considered a temporary organ. When she leaves the uterus cavity, she ceases to fulfill her functions of nutrition, which she was endowed with for the time of bearing the baby. Russian doctors do not deny the uniqueness of the placenta due to the high content of microelements. Many stars choose such practices as "lotus genera" in Moscow, where they are created all the conditions. Yes, there are such clinics in the capital. Their services are in great demand among expectant mothers.

Lotus births in Russia are quite possible. Where can I get such a service? Practically in every hospital, but only with the permission of the doctor. It should be remembered that the services are on a paid basis and have some contraindications, therefore, not everyone can be provided.