Add to ORKGBirth is almost always accepted as a happy event. It is an important event that relates to both the parents and the other family members, while also increasing respect for the parents within society. Through the ages, traditions and ceremonies have accompanied birth and the stages involving birth. In terms of folklore, our country has cultural variations due to its geography, which explain the variation of perinatal traditional practices. Some beliefs, traditions and practices surrounding birth continue until today. Owing to its geographical position, our country is culturally rich. However, some traditional practices applied to the mother and the newborn during pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period can threaten maternal and fetal heal...