What a wonderful culture, I think I've read about this same culture in another entry but I'm still awed at the way a child is being welcomed in your culture... So unique.
The coal aspect is new to me though, I wonder if it isn't uncomfortable for the mother and child. It's very understandable for strangers not to visit the mother and child early enough.
It's nice that a day is set aside to celebrate midwives, they are really doing a great job in helping mothers deliver safely.
You have a nice entry here, all the best in the contest.