Be safe for a joyful pregnancy

By Dr T. Selva

WHEN a couple is expecting a child, the dos and don’ts remedies and list of things to observe coming from family, relatives, friends and neighbours is endless.

Similarly, in Vasthu Sastra almost all activities in a house should come to a standstill during this period which is regarded as a vulnerable time for both mother and child. 

The ancient Indian science of construction says an expectant mother must not be exposed to any change taking place in her environment during her pregnancy.

In fact, there are more don’ts than dos in Vasthu for mothers-to-be and it is vital that they understand the reasons and conduct themselves carefully.  

Shifting into a new house or doing renovations is totally prohibited because such changes can disturb her well-being. 

This is because any reorientation of the house can infuse a different flow of energy, which may not be in harmony or in tune with the occupants.

Furthermore, noise and dust pollution caused by renovation works can have adverse effects on the pregnant woman. 

Strictly speaking, not even a nail should be knocked into the wall during this stage. 

She is also disallowed from visiting any unoccupied houses like those going for sale or rent.  

Visiting such properties can be harmful to her because spaces that have not been cleansed may have unholy or unseen entities that can affect her. 

In her house, Vasthu recommends that the mother should occupy the south-west bedroom as the first choice, the south (second choice) and west (third choice). Her sleeping position should face west or east. 

She should avoid resting or sleeping in the north-east direction which may cause complications to her pregnancy and may even lead to a premature birth.  

South-east, the fire quadrant, is another area she should not occupy because it can cause other health issues and difficult delivery. 

Her bedroom should have images or posters of babies, dim but warm lighting and pleasant colours like pink, light green or pastel.

When she goes to bed, the room should be lit with a night light to avoid sleeping in total darkness. 

Vasthu also suggests that her food should be prepared in the south-east (face east when cooking) or north-west (face north when cooking) quadrant of the kitchen.  

Meals cooked and consumed in these two locations do not give health issues and indigestion. 

If possible, the mother to be should avoid taking heavy food after sunset owing to the weak cosmic energy at night. 

When she wakes up, she should take a walk out to get some fresh air and watch the sunrise. She should also try to walk bare foot on the grass or park to get connected to earth energies. Such activities harmonises her and her unborn child. 

During any eclipse of the moon, she should avoid consuming heavy meals and going out of the house during the unfavourable hours. 

Other taboos that she should observe include not cutting her hair during her pregnancy, not going out at night alone and if possible, avoid attending funerals.

She should also avoid wearing black, grey and dark blue colours clothing which will make her depressed and disturbed. Recommended colours are light colours like beige, white and other light shades.

Also, it is best for her to keep her pregnancy a secret as long as possible to avoid being unlucky due to evil gaze by envious people.

When the baby shower is held and she has received gifts, it is recommended not to open them until the child is born.

She can return to her normal lifestyle 30 days after she has delivered and performed the rituals in her own faith to protect herself and the child. 

Although some of these measures may not be practical or appear extreme in modern times to even being seen as superstitious, the ancient beliefs do have some logic.

We may not see the adverse effects immediately but there will be long-term impact on the individual and child’s well-being. 

Dr T. Selva is the author of the bestseller book Vasthu Sastra Guide and the first disciple of seventh generation Vasthu Sastra Master YuvarajSowma in Chennai. To get a copy of the book call Devi at 0412623017. He can be contacted at drtselvas@gmail.com Facebook: Vasthu Sastra; Website: www.vasthusastra.com