How to meet the newborn around the world: a touching photo project

This cute photo project will introduce you to the different customs of caring for the baby in the first few weeks of his life. Pictures published in WaterAid, in the framework of the campaign Water Effect. The campaign is trying to draw public attention to the possibility of all mothers give birth and raise their children in normal conditions. Images show significant differences in the care of the kids, depending on their country of birth.

Japan

Baby Miwa, who performed last month, along with his 29-year-old mother Natsumi present at the first ceremonial lunch girls called "okuyzome".

Zambia

Month-old girl Maria bathes her 18-year-old mother of Lynette in a special infusion of the roots of trees. According to the beliefs of local, it helps to protect against evil spirits and strengthens your health.

Sweden

31-year-old Sebastian and 34-year-old Mary sitting with her newborn son. Dad was on partner childbirth, and even cut the umbilical cord himself.

Uganda

Here in the picture you can see the ritual blessing of the newborn. During the ritual use pre-soaked in water etopodzho tree bark fibers. They tied wrists, ankles, neck and waist of the child. Have in Uganda is another ritual newborn meeting.

In this picture a large family in Uganda meets baby Lomo. Avas Grandma treats all native beer of own production. Relatives need to do a couple of sips from a common cup, so that the family was at peace.

Madagascar

To protect the newborn and the mother of their faces smeared with a special paint based on the bark of sandalwood and water. This pattern protects against evil spirits and the sun. 21-year-old Nom followed local traditions.

Ghana

Woman in labor Vida Kosoto a rite of passage. It is carried out for all women who have given birth. The essence of the ritual: native women collect the bark of a tree, make him a decoction, which pour a woman in travail. It is believed that the ritual can protect her from bowel problems during the rest of the pregnancy.

USA

38-year-old Robert and 37-year-old Marisa baptized his four-month daughter Emmeline. It is believed that at the time of the child's baptism washed away the original sin of man.

Malawi

The woman's daughter had just had a baby. On this occasion, she cooks her special porridge made from soy, corn flour and sugar. In Malawi believe that this dish helps maternity gain energy and strength.

Zambia

The two-week baby Mutintu grandmother holds a special ritual. Tiny knotted necklace, which protects it from disease.

Scotland

Five-week Emma's parents presented a silver coin. The Scots believe that it will bring good luck and wealth a girl.

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