The postpartum seclusion period for mothers and their newborns, “botsetse” ukubanjwa kwezinyanga or isikhathi sokubanjwa honours the healing, nurturing, and bonding between a mother and her newborn baby. It’s more than just recovery — it’s about restoration, care, and community
support.  we’re joined by Kefilwe Sibenya a  Birth & Postpartum Doula, Founder of Mmabotsetse Birth & Support Service — working to strengthen maternal care through culturally grounded and
compassionate support.