The mother was purified to prepare her for the next birth
There was protection rites by a medicine man to protect the mother and baby from evil such as sorcery, malicious spirits and magic.
The child is committed to God to protect the baby and bring good fortune after which an object was tied around the child's neck or wrist.
Thanksgiving ceremonies were held to show gratitude to God for the safe arrival of the baby.
Prayers were offered for continued blessings for the mother and child.
The baby's hair was shaved as a sign of purification. The mother's hair was shaved to show she has cast off the state of pregnancy
Faimus answered the question on December 17, 2017 at 16:14
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