Why you shouldn't step over a pregnant woman. Folk signs for pregnant women will tell you what not to do
According to many years of observations of our ancestors, there was a sign that while carrying a child, a woman should not sew, embroider or knit. Allegedly, by doing needlework during pregnancy, she risks “tangling” the baby’s umbilical cord.
Also, in the old days, the expectant mother did not have to buy clothes for her future baby in advance, since it was believed that evil spirits would have time to “borrow” these things and this would serve as an obstacle to the birth of the child
It is believed that a pregnant woman should not look at various deformities, otherwise the child will be born the same. Whether this is true or not is unknown, but it is true that the emotions of a pregnant woman are directly projected onto the child, so it is necessary to contemplate the beautiful as often as possible and avoid negative emotions.
An unusual and creepy sign is that a pregnant woman should not step over fruits “born” in the ground (potatoes, carrots, beets, etc.) This was justified by the fact that the dead are buried in the ground, which means that she can take the baby too .
Future mothers are advised to hide their pregnancy for as long as possible, since possible negative energy, such as envy, can harm not only the mother, but also the unborn baby. From a scientific point of view, this is explained by the fact that a pregnant woman is extremely susceptible to all negative factors.
Question: “Why can’t pregnant women cut their hair?” Nowadays many people are interested. Without actually knowing the truth, only a few do not adhere to this superstition.
But the fact is that since ancient times it was believed that it is in the hair that a person’s vitality is located, and to the very “tips” they are saturated with useful substances, therefore, by cutting off even a little hair, a pregnant woman was deprived of additional “feeding” of the body.
Expectant mothers were also strictly forbidden to wear makeup: they were scared that the child would be born with a spot on the body. Most likely, they simply intimidated young beauties who did not want to stop “marathoning” during pregnancy.
But in fact, it has been scientifically proven that the chemical elements found in paint penetrate the mother’s body and can contribute to the manifestations of allergies after the birth of the baby.
Another sign that came to us from ancient times, but has a completely scientific basis: a pregnant woman should not sleep on her back. In the old days they said - otherwise the child will be born dead.
In fact, in this position, compression of the inferior vena cava, on which the uterus presses, can occur. At the same time, the blood supply to the baby slows down, and the consequences of this can be different: placental abruption, fetal hypoxia, etc.
The sign that a pregnant woman should not sit on the threshold was explained by our ancestors as follows: the threshold is a kind of border between the foreign world and the home one, and some even considered the threshold to be the border between our and the other world.
That is why in many countries it is considered a bad omen to even step on a threshold, let alone sit on it. It’s difficult to say whether this is actually true, but you really shouldn’t sit on the threshold, if only because it’s windy there and such a position is completely unfavorable for a pregnant woman.
There is a sign about difficult childbirth: “Pregnant women should not step over logs” (the same applies to various sticks, ropes, and any other obstacles). Perhaps, in this way, our ancestors warned pregnant women against taking large, sharp steps, which are contraindicated for them.
The popular belief that a mother who eats red berries during pregnancy will give birth to a ruddy baby may have previously caused tenderness, but now we all understand that the child was born with obvious diathesis, and this is quite dangerous for the baby, so everything is good in moderation.
There is another sign for pregnant women: “You cannot pick up a cat - there will be many enemies.” The child may have some enemies in the future, but modern practice shows that the most important enemy for a pregnant woman is toxoplasmosis, and it is the cat that can become the reason for this.
“You can’t sit cross-legged or cross-legged while pregnant, otherwise the baby will be born with club feet.” The child's clubfoot is unlikely to depend on the position of the mother's legs during pregnancy, but the condition of her legs from this position can actually worsen, since blood circulation is impaired, which entails a rather unpleasant disease - varicose veins.
In the old days, the sex of the unborn child was determined by the shape of the belly: if it is sharp and protruding, then it is a boy, if it is round and wide, it will certainly be a girl. According to many years of observations, in most cases, this is indeed the case. Although in our time the sex of the unborn child is mainly found out during routine ultrasounds.
Also, the sex of the child can be determined by the presence or absence of hairs on the belly of the expectant mother - if there are significantly more of them, it means you are expecting a boy. This sign may well have a scientific basis, since during pregnancy the content of the male hormone testosterone increases in a woman’s body, which causes such a reaction.
Actually, there are many more signs relating to this interesting situation that can be listed. But we will say the main thing - love your unborn child, and be attentive to your body! Have an easy birth and a strong healthy baby!
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No matter how far medicine has advanced today, many still perceive pregnancy as a sacred sacrament, the magic of nature. There has long been great interest in bearing a child and childbirth, and on this basis a huge number of superstitions and signs arose that have survived to this day. From a scientific point of view, such an approach to a physiological phenomenon is already completely irrelevant, but the memory of ancestors is so strong that pregnant women are happy to observe their condition, relying on the experience of previous generations. Today in our article we present the most popular signs and superstitions for pregnant women.
Our grandmothers did not even suspect such a luxury as a home pregnancy test, so they used all their observation and ingenuity. Of course, such signs do not promise an exact result, but highly sensitive tests from pharmacies are sometimes “fibbed.” Only a doctor can accurately determine the origin of life. However, there are some signs of imminent pregnancy that are extremely popular among modern expectant mothers. Let's talk about the essence of each of them:
- we feel the pulse. Lie on your back and lie there for a while. When you feel that your body is completely relaxed, place your palm about 7 - 8 cm below the navel and lightly press it to this place. If you feel a slight pulsation, it means you are pregnant. Naturally, there can be no talk of any heartbeat, so the method is very controversial;
- We study taste quirks. And this sign for determining pregnancy has a completely logical explanation. Every successful mother will remember how her taste preferences changed when she did not yet know about her situation. And we’re not even talking about a herring with chocolate as a bite – we’re talking about a change in the sensitivity of the organs of taste and smell. For example, the neutral taste of milk suddenly becomes disgusting, you are “revolted” by the smell of meat broth, and for some reason you want to eat caramel, which previously did not evoke any gastronomic desire. The reason for such a strange reaction of the body lies in a global change in hormonal levels, which begins to adapt to pregnancy;
- experimenting with urine. This is probably the most famous folk sign of pregnancy before a delay. It is generally accepted that the urine of a newly pregnant woman acquires a rich yellow color, which occurs under the influence of hormonal changes in the body. If you water indoor flowers with concentrated urine collected overnight, they will transform in the shortest possible time: they will become more lush and begin to grow faster. The results of the experiment are quite difficult to interpret, but you can try!
- We play with the ring. This method is heavily fueled by mysticism - they say that pregnancy can be determined with the help of otherworldly forces. If you are not the shy type, thread 2-3 of your own hairs through your ring, and then place the “pendulum” over your stomach at arm’s length. If the ring starts to swing, congratulations; if it hangs motionless, there is no pregnancy. History is silent about what owners of short hair should do.
Here are a few more first signs of pregnancy:
- constantly makes you sleepy;
- dreamed of a fish (any kind);
- dreamed of a watermelon;
- mood “jumps”;
- the bladder “often” invites you to the toilet;
- swollen breasts;
- pigment spots appeared on the skin.
Boy or girl: signs during pregnancy
And these signs will not let women get bored, who already know exactly what they are carrying under their baby’s heart. Expectant mothers notice that about 50% of their dreams come true. So, for your attention, common signs of the sex of a child during pregnancy:
- When getting comfortable in bed, think about which side is more comfortable for you to lie on: if on the right - there will be a baby, on the left - expect a boy.
- Girls kick mom in the lower abdomen, and boys kick closer to the top.
- The princess lives in the high belly; the guy lives in the lower belly.
- Another sign about the shape of the abdomen. Older women, looking at a pregnant woman, determine the gender of her unborn child this way: with a girl, the belly grows wider, and with a boy, it grows up and down.
- If during the period of “interesting” position the left breast increases in size faster than the right, it means that a daughter will be born.
- And women don’t like this sign on a girl during pregnancy. It is believed that the baby takes away her mother’s beauty. Indeed, many expectant mothers sadly note that they have noticeably looked worse: their complexion becomes duller, and the same can be said about their hair. Don’t worry, after the baby is born, your hormonal levels will return to normal, and you will be happy with your appearance again.
- A craving for meat, salty and spicy foods that is unusual for a pregnant woman is one of the signs that a boy will notice during pregnancy. The girl “demands” mostly sweets from her mother.
- During your routine check-up, ask your gynecologist about your baby’s pulse: if the heart rate exceeds 140 beats per minute, you’re expecting a girl; if it’s lower, you’re expecting a boy.
- And this sign is checked with outside help. Invite your friend to pick up the door key (any key). If she takes the narrow part of the key, prepare a boy's dowry, if she takes the round upper part, prepare a girl's dowry.
- Thread your hair through your wedding ring and lift it above your stomach. If the “pendulum” starts moving back and forth, expect a girl; if it goes in a circle, expect a boy.
Bizarre superstitions about pregnancy
Despite the fact that it is very difficult to find a rational explanation for these superstitions, expectant mothers know them, and some even follow these strange recommendations. We offer you a list of signs during pregnancy that indicate what a woman in this position should not do:
- Pregnant women should not comb their hair on Fridays, otherwise the baby will be defenseless against evil spirits;
- if frightened by something, a pregnant woman should not touch her face, arms or body, as the child will have ugly birthmarks in similar places;
- Do not untangle or knit knots during pregnancy, otherwise the baby will become entangled in the umbilical cord;
- you cannot draw portraits or take photographs of the expectant mother, since this is dangerous for her baby - the development of the fetus may stop, like the image in the picture;
- A pregnant woman should not eat eggs with a double yolk or fused fruits (for example, carrots) - this will result in not one, but two babies. Of course, this is pure prejudice - since the number of children is determined already at the moment of fertilization of one (two or three) eggs;
- if during childbirth the woman in labor chews her hair, the baby will be born easily;
- a woman should give birth with her hair down, having first removed all round objects (rubber bands, earrings, rings, bracelets) so that the baby, God forbid, does not get tangled in the umbilical cord. Much to our surprise, midwives and doctors themselves believe in this sign.
Pregnancy signs that work
There are several special signs during pregnancy. They are special due to scientific validity or obvious logic, that is, a woman in position should treat them with special attention.
- A pregnant woman needs to avoid cats, otherwise her baby will have many enemies and envious people.
During pregnancy, you really need to limit your contact with animals, even if they are pets. Cats are the sweetest creatures that have lived side by side with humans since time immemorial, but they are also carriers of toxoplasmosis. This is the most dangerous disease during pregnancy: penetrating the placental barrier, the pathogen affects the nervous system of the fetus, and the child is born sick. That is why you should not touch other people’s cats, and your pet should be checked for dangerous diseases at the veterinary clinic. Also, the expectant mother is not recommended to clean the cat's litter box: germs penetrate into the external environment through excrement. This concern should be transferred to someone in the household or, as a last resort, use a mask and rubber gloves.
- The expectant mother should not stand or sit on the threshold. The threshold is the line between our world and the afterlife, and within its limits it is very difficult to resist evil spirits.
From a rational point of view, such a sign during pregnancy is interpreted very simply. The threshold is a “favorite” place for drafts, which pose a great danger to a woman who is carrying a child.
- Pregnant women are forbidden to sit with their legs crossed, otherwise a bow-legged (club-footed) child will be born.
This sign about pregnancy has nothing to do with the formation of the skeleton of the unborn baby. But the health of the expectant mother directly concerns. when a pregnant woman’s legs are in a crossed position, stagnation of blood circulation occurs in the pelvic organs, which affects the uterus, placenta and baby. In addition, this position provokes the development of varicose veins. However, this remark does not apply to gymnastics for pregnant women.
- Expectant mothers should not wash in the bathroom, otherwise the heir will appear prematurely.
Let's make a small amendment: you should not take a hot bath, which can actually cause premature birth. But a warm bath is an ideal place for rest and relaxation.
- A pregnant woman needs to exclude red berries from her diet (the baby will be scrofulous) and fish (the baby will be born mute).
Red berries, fish and seafood are potential allergens, so it is not advisable for a pregnant woman to eat them. They can cause the fetus to develop a tendency to various types of allergic reactions.
- The news of pregnancy should be kept away from other people's ears.
Many people believe this superstition during pregnancy. Previously, women performed special rituals to hide the treasure under their hearts from the influence of evil spirits. But even today, psychologists recommend that pregnant women follow this recommendation, and evil spirits have absolutely nothing to do with it.
There are quite a lot of cases of spontaneous abortions during the first trimester of pregnancy. Is it worth talking about how a woman who dreams of a child feels after a miscarriage? It is logical that the fewer people involved in family affairs, the faster failed parents will cope with personal tragedy. Pregnancy is a sacrament that concerns only a couple in love, so at first it is best to revel in your happiness alone.
Harmful signs during pregnancy
Let's talk about prejudices - expectant mothers do not need to take them seriously:
- Pregnant women should not have their hair cut. This is the most popular folk sign during pregnancy. It apparently originated in ancient times, when people sincerely believed that vitality and energy accumulated in a person’s hair. Cutting off your locks meant depriving yourself of health and prosperity. That's why women expecting a baby were forbidden to even think about cutting their hair. Today we understand that this is pure fiction, and a new haircut will not only make the expectant mother more attractive, but will also greatly cheer her up;
- Pregnant women should not do needlework. In the past, it was believed that sewing, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and weaving “tie” the baby’s entrance into the outside world. In fact, this is just a pleasant hobby for the soul, with the help of which many women relax and unwind. The expectant mother can be creative for as long as she likes, taking small “five minutes” from time to time to lie down or walk in the fresh air;
- Pregnant women should not buy things for the baby in advance. Our grandmothers believed that children's things brought into the house before the birth of a son or daughter would certainly attract the attention of evil spirits. Let's not forget that in the past, when medicine was just beginning to develop, infant mortality was common, so children's things simply might not be needed. Today, the issue of preparing a dowry has acquired practical importance: in order not to run to the shops straight from the maternity hospital, it is better to prepare everything you need in advance.
It is impossible to list all the folk observations related to pregnancy right away, since they have been accumulated in different cultures for centuries. How to perceive them is a personal matter for each woman. The main thing is to take care of your well-being and not to forget about such a valuable adviser as a doctor, then the time before the birth of your long-awaited child will fly by like one happy moment.
Pregnant women are by nature very suspicious and receptive. Maybe that’s why the most common signs are omens and superstitions for pregnant women.
Like all signs, they are divided into two groups: scientifically based and acting on an emotional level. These two groups can be called: physiological (they are explained by confirmation at the physiological level) and psychological (they operate purely on a subconscious level: what you believe will happen).
What pregnant women should not do from a physiological point of view
We consider the following to be scientifically based signs:
- You should not have close contact with the cat;
- A pregnant woman should not eat red fruits and fish;
- The body position “legs crossed” and “arms up” are prohibited for a pregnant woman;
- A pregnant woman should not sit on the threshold;
- You can't take a hot bath.
Contact with a cat is undesirable
Signs for pregnant women say that if there is a cat in the house, then the woman carrying a child should minimize the amount of contact with this animal.
This opinion is held not only by ancient superstitions, but also by modern doctors. They recommend leaving all the worries associated with caring for the cat to your spouse. After all, it is representatives of the cat family that carry the pathogen of toxoplasmosis. Toxoplasmosis is a very dangerous disease for an unborn organism. It can attack the child’s nervous system, and sometimes even kill him.
However, if your pet has been living in your home for a long time, simply take it to the veterinarian for a checkup. Only the initial moment of infection of the pregnant mother with the pathogen is dangerous for the child.
Avoid red foods from your diet
Nutritionists believe that red colors are the most allergenic and therefore can greatly affect the development of the baby: He may be born with a predisposition to allergies.
But giving up fish is undesirable. After all, it contains so many micronutrients.
Take only comfortable poses
According to folk wisdom, During pregnancy, a woman should not cross her legs or raise her arms. This can be explained from a physiological point of view: blood flow worsens, and varicose veins may begin. Superstitions explain these signs as follows:
- By raising her hands, the woman frees up extra space in her stomach; the baby will try to roll over and get tangled in the umbilical cord;
- The “foot-to-foot” position threatens the unborn child with clubfoot and crooked legs.
A pregnant woman should sit only in warm places
The ban on gatherings on the threshold is explained in two ways: real and mystical. The first one reads, that since the threshold is a transition between one room and another, the flow of cold air is always concentrated there. Therefore, sitting on the threshold, it is easy to catch a cold in the lower back, which is undesirable for a pregnant woman. The mystical explanation says that the threshold is the line between the world of the dead and the world of the living, so sitting on it is dangerous. Suddenly, evil spirits will drag away the unborn child.
A hot bath is a luxury for a pregnant woman
It is dangerous not only to immerse yourself in hot water, but also to simply stand in it: blood flow accelerates, which can lead to premature birth, and in the early stages to miscarriage. However, a warm bath is beneficial for a pregnant woman - it will bring relaxation and calm to the body.
What pregnant women should not do from a psychological point of view
- It is advisable to hide the expected date of birth of the child until the moment of birth;
- Pregnancy should be hidden for as long as possible: until the outline of the abdomen is clearly visible;
- You cannot cut or dye your hair;
- A pregnant woman should not buy things in advance, sew or knit for the child;
- A pregnant woman should not watch scary films that depict scary moments and scenes with freaks;
- A pregnant woman should not step over earthen fruits and logs.
Stealth is a pregnant woman's best friend
Many signs during pregnancy often echo mystical secrets: for a woman they are purely psychological in nature. For example, talking about pregnancy is not recommended, so that, firstly, not to jinx it, and, secondly, to avoid unnecessary questions if it still fails to continue the pregnancy. The same applies to a child’s birthday.: it’s better to leave everything a secret, so that a month before the birth you don’t get on your nerves with interrogations: “Was the baby born?”
The life force of a man is in his hair
Hair has long been considered a source of life and prosperity. Superstitions say that by cutting or dyeing hair during pregnancy, women shorten the life of the child. It is strictly forbidden to cut hair close to childbirth: the child may be stillborn.
Not only signs for pregnant women affect hair. For example, According to signs, a child under one year old should not have his hair cut. However, no one was able to connect financial ill-being and health problems with previously trimmed curls. Therefore, many women do not take this sign seriously.
Umbilical Cord Knots and Evil Spirits
Since ancient times, it was believed that a pregnant woman should not prepare for childbirth herself: buy, wash and iron things for the child. Leaving things in the house where the expectant mother lives was also prohibited. This was explained in the following way: clothes (especially new and clean ones) definitely need to be updated, so before the baby is born, she will be occupied by evil spirits who may prevent him from being born in order to continue wearing things.
During pregnancy, according to signs, you cannot embroider, sew or knit yourself. By making knots on the threads, a pregnant woman can tie the baby's umbilical cord.
The sign does not necessarily affect aesthetic (visible) beauty, but also psychological beauty. You should always remember that a pregnant woman’s emotions are projected onto the fetus., if they are positive, then this has a good effect on the baby, if the mother looks at scary pictures, then the child is worried.
Watch carefully where you are going
According to folk superstitions, during pregnancy you should not step over fruits that are born in the ground (potatoes, beets, carrots), as this can lead to stillbirth. The dead are buried in the ground, and it can take the life from the fruit. You should also not step over logs or logs. According to the sign, this will lead to a difficult birth.
It is good to remember and honor traditions and signs that originate in antiquity, but it is not necessary to observe them. Every pregnant woman should understand that the main thing she should do is eat right and take care of herself and her child. If you don't do this, no superstitions will help.
Pregnancy is a special condition for the female body, so the expectant mother must be protected from unnecessary worries and physical exertion. Today there are many interesting folk superstitions about what pregnant women should not do before the birth of the child. These superstitions must be followed, because all parents want to have a beautiful and healthy baby!
How are forbidden signs and the health of a pregnant woman related?
Forbidden signs for pregnant women were known in ancient times, and our wise ancestors tried to carefully observe them. Modern doctors have already proven the correctness of the actions of our ancestors through long-term medical observations of women in “interesting situations.”
The more you believe in superstitions, the more likely you are to bear a healthy baby.
Scientists have given this phenomenon a scientific basis: the more a girl preparing to become a mother believes mystical predictions, the more careful she will be with her health. That is, folk signs impose certain restrictions on future mothers, due to which the chances of successfully carrying a baby increase.
But here it is important not to overdo it: after all, this is the 21st century and you shouldn’t unconditionally believe all the old prejudices. After all, every rule has its exception. Any unauthorized actions taken according to the principle “even grandmothers followed the signs for pregnant women, and nothing bad happened” can negatively affect the well-being of the pregnant woman.
“Medical” signs for pregnant women: what should expectant mothers not do?
There are a large number of superstitions that directly relate to the health of a woman carrying a child under her heart. Below are the most common folk signs for pregnant women:
- You should not hang laundry or raise your arms to a height: the veracity of this superstition has been confirmed by doctors. The expectant mother is recommended to always be in a comfortable position, otherwise the “hands up” position can provoke hypoxia - oxygen starvation in the developing fetus. This rule applies to traveling on public transport - you must sit and not stand. But at the same time, mothers can do physical exercise within reasonable limits and hang clothes after washing on special dryers, the height of which is at lumbar level. Short-term dynamic loads will not cause any harm if there are no medical contraindications. It is important not to overload the body: as soon as fatigue appears, you need to rest.
- You should not cross your legs or put them on top of each other: the unborn child will have bow legs or other serious problems. From the point of view of doctors, in this case the blood circulation of the pregnant woman is disrupted. In turn, this negatively affects the development of the baby and can provoke the problem of varicose veins in the legs in the future.
- You can’t take a bath: doctors agree with this popular statement. Women expecting the birth of a child are prohibited from staying in hot water for a long time: this often leads to pain in the lower abdomen or premature birth. This medical rule is especially relevant in the last months of pregnancy, when a woman in labor needs to carefully take care of herself.
- You should not eat scarlet or bright red berries: a popular superstition says that the baby will develop scrofulous disease. There is some truth in this statement: many berries and fruits are strong allergens, so they must be eaten with extreme caution.
- You should not eat fish - just as it is “silent”, the child may be born mute. Doctors also partly agree with the popular belief: fish delicacies, especially red fish and seafood, often cause an allergic reaction in a pregnant woman, which in turn negatively affects the unborn baby.
- You should not eat “double” foods: eggs with several yolks, “clumped” berries and fruits. It was believed that this would lead to the birth of twins and the appearance of many problems. Previously, it was difficult to raise several children at once, but now this will bring joy to future parents - there are more opportunities for maintaining and raising children than in the old days.
Folk signs about cats: what pregnant women should not do
Hanging around cats during pregnancy is a bad omen
And in our enlightened times, a curious ancient belief is widespread: a pregnant woman should not play often or for a long time with representatives of the cat family. The older generation claims that in the future only ill-wishers and enemies will hang around an unborn child.
Whether this actually happens is unknown for certain. But doctors interpret this “message to descendants” in their own way: cats often suffer toxoplasmosis, a dangerous disease for women in labor. Often the symptoms are unnoticed and painless, so a woman carrying a baby under her heart is sometimes unaware of the diagnosis.
For your own safety, it is recommended to undergo an appropriate test at any veterinary clinic if a cat lives in the apartment. But it is better to limit communication with other people’s pets during pregnancy. The disease is transmitted to humans through cat excrement, so it is better to clean the animal’s litter box using gloves.
Folk signs about talking about a child: what pregnant women should not do
Talk about pregnancy will not end well
There are several signs about conversations about the expected child and the condition of the mother. What pregnant women should not tell and what it is not recommended to ask them:
- No one can do it right away: this superstition was known in ancient times and is still relevant among various nations. In the past, there were many rituals that could confuse the evil spirits, and they would not have known about the birth of a new life. In the same way they protected themselves from witches so that they could not send damage. How are ancient beliefs and modern life interconnected? Doctors and psychologists really recommend keeping silent about the event for at least two to three months: in the first trimester, pregnant women often experience miscarriages and asking curious people can make you very nervous, but this should not be allowed. The exception is for close people;
- You can't keep your pregnancy a secret for too long. Of course, in the first months of pregnancy you should not shout about the good news, but it is not recommended to remain silent in the future. It is believed that just as a woman in labor is silent and says nothing, the child will speak poorly or not speak at all. It is important to maintain a reasonable balance here: answer questions from others honestly and briefly.
- You cannot inform friends and relatives about the upcoming date of birth of your child. Even the expectant father should not know about the expected time of birth. Knowledgeable people claim that in this case the process will happen quickly and painlessly. If mommy tried to convey such good news to all the curious, then at the birth table she will have to “suffer” for each person. The doctors themselves are neutral about the sign - no relationship has been found between the expected date of birth and its complexity, but they find a reasonable grain of truth in this. A pregnant woman may experience constant stress: endless debate on the topic “it’s time or not,” “are you afraid to give birth,” and other questions will only add to her irritability. And the closest relatives will constantly worry about the upcoming event.
Signs about hair: why shouldn’t pregnant women get their hair cut?
Hair is a source of mystical energies; cutting it during pregnancy is a bad omen
- You cannot cut your hair: esotericists claim that all human strength is concentrated in the hair and if you cut it, you gradually weaken. A pregnant woman especially needs to have a strong and healthy body in order to successfully give birth to a baby in the future. Although today this rule is difficult to observe: short haircuts are in fashion, which require constant care. It is advisable to choose a hairstyle that will reduce your visit to the salon to a minimum.
- You should not dye your hair: this superstition is associated with medical indications for pregnant women. Any hair dye contains many chemicals that do not always have a beneficial effect on the condition of the expectant mother. It is not recommended to inhale harmful fumes - they can negatively affect the health of the baby. There is an alternative - products with natural dyes or returning to the natural hair color before pregnancy.
What pregnant women should not do: folk signs about shopping and handicrafts
If a woman is a craftswoman and loves to be creative, then it will be difficult for her to follow some signs for pregnant women:
- You cannot knit or sew during pregnancy: this superstition is widespread in many countries of the world. It is believed that the baby may become entangled in the umbilical cord and not find a “way out” during childbirth. But Eastern signs say that sewing a woman carrying a child under her heart significantly increases the number of suicides in the family. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to make things for babies. How does medicine explain this phenomenon? Doctors have not found a relationship between needlework and unsuccessful births, but they also recommend not to overwork yourself with such work. Staying in one position for a long time leads to poor circulation. The result: the supply of nutrients to the developing child is significantly reduced, so it is necessary to take constant rest breaks.
- . This is a very old superstition: psychics claim that evil spirits saw brand new things, and therefore sought to quickly “take” them into their greedy paws and “wear” them. Thus, a terrible curse could be attracted to the expectant mother and her child. Real explanation: previously, the mortality rate among newborns was extremely high, but things were expensive and might not be useful. Thrifty people tried to avoid unnecessary spending. Of course, today infant mortality has decreased significantly, but hectic life often does not allow preparing for the birth of a child after birth. Therefore, good housewives try to purchase everything in advance.
What pregnant women should not do: other folk signs
A pregnant woman is contraindicated from visiting a cemetery
There are a large number of superstitions among people that prohibit doing various things to pregnant women. These include the following signs:
- A woman should not stand or sit on the threshold: it serves as a conductor between evil spirits and guardian angels. And an unborn child does not have its own heavenly “protector” and at this moment is very vulnerable. From the point of view of doctors, strong drafts are formed that are dangerous to health.
- You cannot attend funerals or visit a cemetery: these are joyless trips that do not carry any positive energy. In addition, pregnant women carry their child under their hearts, which the dead can drag away.
- You can’t look at a fire: fire causes stress and severe fear even in ordinary people. Pregnant women especially should not subject themselves to this serious test, so as not to worry once again.
- You cannot look at any manifestations of ugliness and mutilation: it is believed that a woman in labor projects ugliness in her unborn child in this way. The baby may be born with significant health problems, the worst option being disability.
- You cannot swear when you are pregnant: it is believed that if the expectant mother hears bad words, the child may develop pigment spots and noticeable moles. Swearing initially contains bad energy, which causes stress in the woman in labor.
- Do not wipe your face or hands with a kitchen towel after washing. Popular superstition says that the baby will then suffer from excessive drooling all his life.
- You should not take photographs during pregnancy: in the old days it was believed that the static position of a woman in labor could lead to slow development of the child in the womb or stop it altogether. Today this has been refuted, but you still need to protect yourself from unnecessary frames.
- : It was believed that in this way it could be changed. But in our time, the statement is not recognized as correct and has no force for a pregnant woman.
- A pregnant woman should not steal: it was believed that in the future a mark in the form of misappropriated property from someone else would definitely appear on the baby’s face.
- You cannot quench your thirst by drinking water from a bucket: the newborn baby will experience frequent and unpleasant heartburn.
- Do not harm animals: the child often becomes aggressive, nervous or irritable. Psychologists completely agree with this statement.
- A pregnant woman should not spit or look at carrion or rotten meat - the newborn child will have bad breath in the future.
- You can’t sleep enough and quarrel with your mother-in-law - in the first case, this can lead to sleep disturbances in the baby, in the second, it can lead to a curse on the women in the family.
What not to do during pregnancy: church folk signs
You cannot become a godmother during pregnancy
Many pregnant women who are expecting a child and regularly attend church take the following signs for pregnant women seriously:
- It is not recommended to remove the pectoral cross for the expectant mother during pregnancy or the upcoming birth - it protects against evil spirits and envious glances.
- You cannot become a godmother during pregnancy: this foreshadows the imminent death of the baby who is about to be baptized.
- You should not get carried away with magical rituals and fortune-telling: these activities readily attract evil spirits, which will try to stay close to mother and child.
There are other signs about what a woman should not do during pregnancy, so as not to harm herself and the baby by wrong actions. Some prohibitions are also imposed on surrounding people.
People often wonder why it is wrong to offend pregnant women - folk superstitions say that evil done against a woman in labor will return many times over. It is also curious why pregnant women should not be refused - the sign says that mice or moths will definitely appear in the house of a “miser”.
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Everyone knows that pregnant women from time immemorial have been under the dome of unnecessary fears and prejudices. Moreover, for many centuries now, beliefs for pregnant women haunt many women. What do the signs associated with pregnancy mean and how to interpret them from a modern point of view, we will consider in today’s publication.
Signs for pregnant women associated with the birth of a child
First sign: A pregnant woman should not cut her hair because the baby may be born.
This sign goes back to ancient times, when hair was a talisman. They could not be combed out, thrown into the wind or other manipulations carried out without strictly adhering to certain days. It was believed that if you cut your hair or part with it altogether, you could shorten your life or deprive yourself of income.
To date, there is no evidence linking hair cutting and childbirth.
Sign two: A pregnant woman should not look at scary things, as the child will be born ugly
This sign really has some basis, since even medicine claims that the child, while in the mother’s womb, reacts very sensitively to the emotional state of the mother. That is why expectant mothers are recommended to contemplate everything beautiful, aesthetic and experience as many positive emotions as possible.
Sign three: You can’t talk about pregnancy in the first months - otherwise they’ll jinx it
This sign is due to the fact that our grandmothers and great-grandmothers did not have appropriate medical care. And if we can fight the problem of the first trimester with medication, then our grandmothers did not have such an opportunity. That is why any pregnancy complications were perceived as the result of the evil eye.
If you also believe in the evil eye, then as a talisman we recommend that you recite the following lines of the amulet to yourself as often as possible:
Most Holy Theotokos, strengthen.
Star in the sky. Water in the river.
The fruit is strong in me.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Sign four: A pregnant woman should not sew, cut, or patch so that the baby does not have a birthmark.
This sign is rather a warning to ensure that the expectant mother does not get hurt and does not experience a feeling of fear and fright. Indeed, it can affect the baby’s condition, because a connection between the baby’s skin and the mother’s skin is not excluded.
Sign five: A pregnant woman should not knit or wear things with knots
This sign is associated with the general idea of nodes. It was believed that the knot tied the baby's way out into the world, and the ropes were the umbilical cord in which the baby could become entangled. This is why many pregnant women still wear red threads without tying them into knots.
As for the modern interpretation, there is nothing dangerous in knitting during pregnancy.
Sign six: A pregnant woman should not eat in secret, as the baby will be born shy
This sign is also aimed at protecting pregnant women, since eating secretly, in the dark or on the move can lead to gastrointestinal disorders or fear if someone disturbs the pregnant woman during the meal.
Sign seventh: A pregnant woman should not sit on the threshold or step over obstacles
Since ancient times, the threshold has been the boundary between strangers and home, so this sign is also a warning that “they don’t wash dirty linen in public.” Moreover, we all know that the threshold is a place of drafts, so sitting on it is dangerous.
Signs for pregnant women about the gender of the unborn child
First sign: If a pregnant woman's belly is covered with hair, it will be a boy
This condition is due to the fact that male hormones predominate in the body of the expectant mother, which increases the chances of giving birth to a boy. However, there are a huge number of women who gave birth to girls with hairy bellies.
Sign two: If the pregnant belly is high, it will be a girl; if it is low, it will be a boy.
A high abdominal position may indicate that either this is the woman's first pregnancy, or that she is in good physical shape, since the muscles that support the uterus become weaker with each pregnancy. If the belly protrudes forward, then perhaps the pregnant woman simply has a wide body and the baby has nowhere else to go. A wide belly is a clear sign that the fetus is still positioned sideways.
Sign three: A fast heartbeat in a pregnant woman means it's a girl, a slow heartbeat means it's a boy.
Indeed, girl babies are born with a faster heartbeat, this alone applies only to childbirth. During pregnancy, heart rhythms do not differ by gender.
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