If you’ve heard that lotus birthing is a healthier, more natural option for your newborn, you might be tempted to consider making it a part of your birth plan. But it’s worth doing some research first ...

It’s no secret that TikTok has become an incredibly popular resource for people who want to gain insight into alternative health practices. While some trends on the platform veer into questionable ...

A first-time mom has shared why she chose to keep her newborn attached to the placenta until it eventually broke away five days after birth. Michelle Louise, 36, decided to embrace a Lotus birth, ...

More and more parents are asking for lotus births, which involve leaving your placenta attached to the umbilical cord—and, by virtue of that, your baby—until the cord falls off naturally. If you think ...