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A pregnant woman in a green and orange saree and her partner, kneeling beside her, at a decorated Indian baby shower stage with floral arches and balloon decor
Ceremonies7 min read

Planning Your Own Baby Shower Without Losing the Joy

If planning your own baby shower is wearing you out more than exciting you, here's a practical way to hand off the load and still enjoy your own ceremony.

28 Jul 2026

A baby in a red bath tub with turmeric paste on their skin, surrounded by the hands of several relatives blessing them during a traditional Indian family ceremony
Ceremonies7 min read

The Role of Bua (Paternal Aunt) in Postpartum Rituals in India: What's Actually Required

The bua's presence is customary at a few specific ceremonies, not a requirement for every visit during recovery. Here's what's tradition and what's negotiable.

23 Jul 2026

A modern Indian mother and father sitting together on a sofa at home, both gently smiling down at their baby with a full head of hair, a lit diya and marigold garland softly out of focus on a side table nearby
Ceremonies7 min read

How to Say No to Mundan (Head-Shaving Ceremony) in India

You don't have to shave your baby's head for mundan — skipping it causes no harm. Here's what the evidence says about the claims behind it, and how to decline without a family fight.

13 Jul 2026

An Indian mother and father playing on the floor with their toddler in a bright, modern living room — no balloons or party decorations, just family time
Ceremonies7 min read

First Birthday Without a Big Party: Staycation and Simple Celebration Ideas in India

You don't need a big first-birthday party. Here's how Indian parents are marking the day with a staycation, a short getaway, or a low-key celebration at home instead.

7 Jul 2026