This ritual also known as baby shower which is celebrated during the last trimester of pregnancy. This ritual is performed to drive away evil and bless the mother -to be and the baby.
Seemandham (or Simantonnayana) is a traditional Hindu ceremony performed during the later stages of pregnancy, typically in the seventh or ninth month. It is a ritual to bless the expectant mother and her unborn child for a safe delivery and good health. The mother is adorned in new clothes and jewelry, and prayers are offered by family members and priests. Rituals often include parting the mother's hair, symbolizing the transition to motherhood. The ceremony is a joyous occasion, celebrating the anticipation of the child and invoking divine blessings for a smooth pregnancy and a prosperous future for both mother and baby
