Lotus Birth Associated With Idiopathic Neonatal Hepatitis

“Lotus Birth” (LB) is a holistic practice in which the umbilical cord is not cut after birth.1 Drying and mummification of the umbilical cord usually leads to detachment from the baby's navel a few days after birth. The UK Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in 2013 warned of the po tential risks of LB practice.2 It is unknown whether LB practice can increase the risks of the postpartum period or can lead to neonatal complications. Infections could spread to the baby, because at the postdelivery stage, the placenta has no circulation and is especially prone to infection.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Brief communication Source Type: research