<![CDATA[This study aims to explore the rituals, customs, and taboos that have become traditional practices among the people of Pabuaran Wetan. These rituals, customs, and taboos associated with childbirth have long been established as part of the community’s cultural heritage and are routinely practiced. They are believed to have been passed down from generation to generation since the time of their ancestors. However, with the progression of time and modernization, many members of the Pabuaran Wetan community have begun to abandon some of these childbirth-related traditions. The primary purpose of these rituals is to seek divine assistance from God Almighty, in hopes of easing the childbirth process. Meanwhile, the taboos observed by pregnant women approaching labor are intended to prevent undesirable events from occurring to the unborn child and to ensure a safe delivery for the mother.This research was conducted in the Pabuaran Wetan area, located in Cirebon Regency, and focuses on the subject: “Traditional Practices, Rituals, and Taboos of Pregnant Women During Labor.” Data collection techniques used in this study included focus group discussions, direct observation, documentation, and interviews with key informants who are experts in their respective fields.The findings of this research are expected to provide valuable insights into the traditional practices still observed by the Pabuaran Wetan community during the childbirth period and contribute to the preservation and understanding of local cultural heritage.]]>
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