Annaprashan

The joy of watching your child grow is considered one of the best times in life. And yes, Annaprasana is one of those memorable events in the life of all parents. As parents, we often want the best things to happen to our children: the best food, the best education, the best home, etc. Annaprasana […]

The Annaprashan ceremony is performed on a specific day and time after consulting a priest. The baby is dressed in new clothes, often traditional ones such as a dhoti kurta or a lehenga choli. Annaprashan begins with a puja or a havan for your baby’s health and happiness, followed by the symbolic feeding of the […]

Annaprashan – First Rice Eating Ceremony: There is a large variety of food that is offered to the baby during the Annaprashan ceremony. Some of them are: Fried rice or pulao Curd Rice Sweet Pongal (Jaggery Rice) Dal, sambar or rasam Meat Fish Kheer or Payasam Ven Pongal A variety of food is served on […]

Here are some ideas to help you and your baby enjoy this special time. Ensure your baby is well-rested before the ceremony. Some parents prefer to have Annaprashan after their baby’s morning bath. It is best to limit the gathering to just a few close family members and friends as your baby may feel overwhelmed. […]