Gold jewelry is a traditional gift for Hindu babies, often presented at an Indian baby shower. This modern shower party is traditionally associated with the bride’s godh bharai, or godh bharna. The godh bharna is a cultural and spiritual celebration which takes place during the seventh month of pregnancy. Mothers are given pregnancy gifts of gold and silver jewelry charms during these traditional pre-birth ceremonies, which she will later give to her children. Charms of gold and silver are meant to symbolize long life and wealth.

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