Since we are expecting, this month’s trivia is about babies!!
1. According to the World Health Organization’s study in 2011, what % of Guatemalan births are attended by skilled health personnel?
A. 34%
B. 51% --- According to WHO research in 2011. See the complete document and other statistics by clicking here (note: will trigger a pdf download)
...And just to put you at ease, Kim & Kevin have chosen a qualified health professional to help when Baby Noah arrives! ;o)
C. 67%
D. 84%
A. A ’Pointy’ belly means it’s a boy, a ‘sprawling’ belly means it’s a girl
B. Chickory root helps clean out a baby’s stomach just after birth
2. Which of the following is NOT a superstitions and/or tradition regarding babies in traditional Guatemalan culture?
A. A ’Pointy’ belly means it’s a boy, a ‘sprawling’ belly means it’s a girl
B. Chickory root helps clean out a baby’s stomach just after birth
C. Diapers must be changed every hour for the first three days of life --- Thankfully, this is not a tradition or we would be in trouble!
...However, the other three traditions (A, B, D) are practiced/believed by many Guatemalans. Kim in particular has had to learn how to respond respectfully when given advice and suggestions about caring for Baby Moran when she may not agree! :o)
D. Newborns should wear a red bracelet to ward off evil spirits
