The traditional post-natal birth rituals

The birth of a child for Malaysians is not only a joy, but it is followed by many Malaysian culture, customs, and etiquette that need attention, especially the traditional post-natal birth rituals. Traditionally, a Malay woman often stays at home for forty days after giving birth to her kid. Mothers or moms-in-law frequently take care of new mothers. In order to increase circulation throughout the body while confined, new moms will take warm baths in water that has been cooked with lemongrass and ginger. Additionally, they will experience urut, a traditional post-natal massage often performed by a masseuse. The abdominal muscles' tightening and toning, energy revitalization, and blood circulation are all benefits of the massage.

The mother will also wear a bengkung, a cloth at least four meters long, which is wrapped around her abdomen. This procedure is thought to help her uterus contract and maintain her womb in place. The diet for expectant moms is particularly unique and includes "heating" foods and conventional medications. Spicy meals and "cooling" foods like pineapple, cabbage, and cucumbers are often avoided. To avoid headaches and "dispel wind," the mother's forehead and body are covered with herbal pastes including pilis, tapal, and param.