As much as your work process here is fascinating and educational,
Oh,,thanks so much i am glad to hear that...
You said that this dedicated space used as a labor/birthing facility is quite common in Indonesia, right? Are these types of rooms implemented by middle-class families or by lower income groups? What about directly admitting pregnant women to the government health centers or private hospitals when the time comes? Wouldn't that be more efficient and practical during these emergencies?
yeah it's true that rooms like this are generally in the homes of lower-middle income people,,,it seems I'm lacking in explaining its function above,,as you said of course pregnant women when it's time to give birth will be taken to the hospital or to the doctor for delivery and that only a week there then will be sent home and that's where this room will be used.
This is the first time I've seen an opening on that elevated bedroom floor where women respond to the call of nature. Isn't it more hygienic for them to use a proper toilet that's constructed close by instead?
proper toilets do exist but maybe at home there is only one toilet and even then it is not in the room and it will be a little difficult for mothers who have just given birth to use it because the energy is not yet stable, if for cleanliness it is true that a decent toilet can be built nearby but as I said this room is for the lower middle class and if a special place is made nearby (in the room) it will definitely add to the cost and besides that this room is only used at certain times, and maybe only about one month after giving birth until the mother gives birth again to normal energy.
I'm worried about the exposed soil ground below the elevated bedroom floor. Looks like termite mounds can still thrive there due to its open-air configuration. Aside from coating the exposed floor joists with anti-termite solution, are there other safety precautions installed there to prevent the spread of these harmful pests?
actually the open ground under the room was cast with cement but I didn't have time to take a photo of the process because it wasn't me who did it and it wasn't when I was doing the renovation. only termites and I also think there is no other way to prevent termites than with this solvent.
I hope my clarification can make you know more about this room and its special function. Thanks..😊
That's interesting @lancang! I completely understand all your points. It's simply vital for questions to be further clarified to prevent future misconceptions and misunderstandings. Thank you for your excellent and comprehensive feedback! 😊
You are wellcome..