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In some homes, the pregnant mum-to-be is anointed with special oils by the elderly women in the family. She is then dressed up in a special saree and adorned with flowers. A puja is performed before ...

Diane Rai is BabyCenter India's Editor.

Priya Solomon Bellani is BabyCenter India's Deputy Editor.

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In some cultures, a tuft of hair is left on the head (also known as shikha, choti, or bodi).It is said that shikha protects the brain. Where can I perform the mundan ceremony for my baby? Every family ...

If you have had a caesarean, read on to find out how to safely have your post-delivery massage after a c-section. Baby massage Many mothers also give their babies a daily massage. In many families, ...

Hey everyone, I'm new here. I realize this may not be the place to ask questions but I didn't know where else to go. I am 24, and I am not trying to get pregnant. I really don't want to even consider ...

Priya Solomon Bellani is BabyCenter India's Deputy Editor.

Becoming a mum brought out Dhivya's editorial skills, which she put to use by joining BabyCenter India as a writer.