The science behind piercing a baby's ears
Indians are obsessed about jewellery . Even a new born child will have his/ her own trinket box. From a taviz, a waistband and a pair of anklets to even earrings and bangles, there is a range in baby jewellery too. But they do not wear them for nothing. Every jewel is conceived keeping in mind the child’s health prospects. Onlookers may sometime feel horrified at the thought of how on Earth someone can pierce a baby’s ears, but don’t we take them for vaccinations ! Similarly, ear piercing too is one such painful experience that will go a long way in ensuring your baby’s well-being. Karna Vedha Sanskar Out of the 16 Sanskaars of the Hindu dharma, Karna Vedha Sanskar that involves ear piercing is held on 10th, 12th or 16th day after the birth of the baby or in the odd years of the child like 3rd or 7th years. In some cultures, this ceremony is called Chhedan and is conducted in the first half of the day, followed by a feast. While performing the ritua...