Belly Binding is an ancient postpartum custom used in different cultures to support new mothers physically and emotionally. The tradition involves wrapping the abdomen with a long cloth after childbirth to provide stability, reduce swelling and help the body recover.

 

Japanese Tradition: Japan has been using a sash called Sarashi since ancient times. Samurai and ninjas would wrap Sarashi around their abdomens to protect their bodies. In addition, women who are 5 months pregnant will wrap Sarashi around their abdomens at Shinto shrines to pray for the safety of both mother and child.

 

Southeast Asian tradition: Belly-binding is very popular in Southeast Asia, especially in Indonesia and Malaysia. Malaysian Royal Family: In the Malaysian royal family, a long gauze band called Bengkung is used to wrap the abdomen to the pelvis.

 

Global tradition: Belly-binding is not a Southeast Asian practice. It has a long tradition all over the world. Modern development: In recent years, Belly-binding technology has been continuously developed, such as the only PPB patented technology in Hong Kong, which combines traditional Belly-binding methods with modern technology. In general, Belly-binding is a long-standing postpartum care method that has its unique applications and developments in different cultures.