For example, some Maya women who work in agricultural fields of some rural communities will usually continue to work in a similar function to how they normally would throughout pregnancy, in some cases working until labour begins.Comfort and proximity to extended family and social support systems may be a childbirth priority of many communities in developing countries, such as the Chillihuani in Peru and the Mayan town of San Pedro La Laguna. Home births can help women in these cultures feel more comfortable as they are in their own home with their family around them helping out in different ways. Traditionally, it has been rare in these cultures for the mother to lie down during childbirth, opting instead for standing, kneeling, or walking around prior to and during birthing.Some communities rely heavily on religion for their birthing practices. It is believed that if certain acts are carried out, then it will allow the child for a healthier and happier future. One example of this is the belief in the Chillihuani that if a knife or scissors are used for cutting the umbilical cord, it will cause for the child to go through clothes very quickly. In order to prevent this, a jagged ceramic tile is used to cut the umbilical cord. In Mayan societies, ceremonial gifts are presented to the mother throughout pregnancy and childbirth in order to help her into the beginning of her childs life.Ceremonies and customs can vary greatly between countries.
Norco may refer to:

Places
Norco, California, U.S.
Norco Hills, or La Sierra Heights, section of the Temescal Mountains
Norco, Louisiana, U.S.

Other uses
Norco Bicycles, a Canadian bicycle manufacturer
Norco Co-operative, an agricultural supply and marketing co-operative, New South Wales, Australia
Northern Co-operative Society (Norco), a defunct Aberdeen, Scotland co-operative society
Norco, a brand name for the fixed-dose combination opioid pain medication hydrocodone/paracetamol
NORCO (video game), a point-and-click video game set in a fictional version of Norco, Louisiana

See also
Norco shootout