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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal care
  • Maternal health practices

Background:

  • Lotus birth involves leaving the umbilical cord attached to the placenta after birth.
  • This practice is associated with a risk of neonatal omphalitis (umbilical infection).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the history and rationale behind lotus birth.
  • To review the etiology, incidence, presentation, and management of neonatal omphalitis.
  • To provide recommendations for safe lotus birth practices and identify warning signs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on lotus birth and neonatal omphalitis.
  • Analysis of clinical presentation and management strategies.
  • Development of educational recommendations for families.

Main Results:

  • Lotus birth is a practice with potential risks, including infection.
  • Neonatal omphalitis requires careful monitoring and management.
  • Safe performance guidelines are crucial for families practicing lotus birth.

Conclusions:

  • Educating families on safe lotus birth is essential.
  • Awareness of neonatal omphalitis signs and symptoms is critical for timely intervention.
  • Further research may be needed to fully understand the long-term implications of lotus birth.