Naming of the child, is the first real ceremony held for the newborn child. It is usually held on the twelfth day of the child’s birth, though,it can be done any time before baby’s first birthday. In certain parts of India, it is done in 3rd or 5th or 7th or 9th month for girls and in 6th or 8th month for boys.A priest is usually called to perform the religious rites or puja. This usually accompanies a hawan or homa. Baby is bathed and dressed in new clothes. Friends and relatives are invited to bless the new baby.
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