Why Chinese Mums Stay Inside After Giving Birth

"Postnatal confinement" - where new mothers do not leave the house, have visitors or shower for a month after giving birth - is said to be widespread among the UK's Chinese community. Experts warn that few in the medical profession know this occurs.

"Being confined in your flat is important," says Ching, from her home in London that she has not left since giving birth 28 days earlier.