Study reveals extent of birthing custom among migrant mothers

Mothers are being warned of the dangers of the cultural custom of bed rest after birth

Mothers are being warned of the dangers of the cultural custom of bed rest after birth Source: AAP

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There are calls for Australian health professionals to become more familiar with cultural demands for bed rest after birth, commonly practised in China and the Indian subcontinent.

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