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possible
If mother attended a funeral, spirits may possess
baby
Dont wear anything around the neck, might indicate
umbilical cord wrapping around babys neck.
No tight-fitting clothing may cause disability in baby
No jumping may cause miscarriage
If mother sees a handicap person or animal-may lead
to fetal deformities
Coconut oil applied to stomach to prevent stretch
marks
Eat slippery foods (soups, raw eggs) near term to facilitate baby
Determining Sex
Boy
Girl
high
Beautiful throughout
pregnancy
Steps with left foot
first
set lower
Appears to lose
beauty (acne, stretch
marks, etc)
baby girl is taking all
her beauty.
Steps with right foot
first
pencils-intelligent child
Umbilical cord kept in kitchen to promote good
health/long life
Postpartum
Baby care
Whole family involved with care but mom is main caregiver (Flip
culture-family oriented)
Traditional Filipino- male circumcision done at puberty
Breastfeeding expected
Birth of baby celebrated with a family party
1st birthday parties = huge celebration
If problem theres a problem with baby, best consult father first
before breaking news to mother. Physician must be the one who
informs her.
Teaching Plan
Balanced diet- dont eat everything in sight.