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Western countries
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In Western countries, the norm is to give birth in a hospital with medical professionals present.
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United States
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In the United States, birth is celebrated with baby showers, birth certificates, and a focus on natural childbirth options.
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India
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Birth in India involves religious ceremonies, astrological significance, and traditions such as naming and first feeding ceremonies.
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Traditional societies
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In traditional societies, birth frequently takes place at home with the help of traditional midwives and may involve cultural rituals.
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Western countries
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Western culture celebrates birth with ceremonies such as baby showers and gender reveal parties.
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Hindu culture
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In Hindu culture, the time of birth is important for astrology and there are important rituals after childbirth.
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home birth cultures
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Home birth is a traditional, natural process typically assisted by midwives or birth attendants.
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Europe
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In European cultures, the celebration of birth with rituals and gifts for the newborn is a common practice.
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medical profession
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The medical profession generally recommends and commonly practices hospital or clinic delivery for safety and hygiene reasons.
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Nepal
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In Nepal, birth entails special religious ceremonies and rituals, including the baby's first haircut.
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Western medical field
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In Western medical practice, birth is often planned and medicalized with interventions and pain management.
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Western medicine
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Birth in Western medicine often involves hospitalization and medical intervention.
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medical practice in the West
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In the Western medical practice, hospital births with medical professionals are standard for safety and interventions.
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Balinese culture
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In Balinese culture, birth usually occurs at home with the help of a traditional midwife.
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Traditional Asian countries
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In Traditional Asian countries, the custom of the 'red egg and ginger party' is held to celebrate the birth of a child.
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Traditional Chinese medicine
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Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the importance of energy balance and natural delivery during childbirth.
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Traditional tribal cultures
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In traditional tribal cultures, home or community births with the assistance of traditional birth attendants or midwives and emphasis on natural birthing practices and traditional remedies are common.
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medical community
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In the medical community, hospital births are preferred for access to medical assistance and intervention during childbirth.
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modern society
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Modern society celebrates the concept of birth with baby showers and gifts.
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traditional beliefs
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Traditional birth customs and rituals are used to bring good luck and protection to the newborn.
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