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eclipse and pregnancy
ECLIPSE- An eclipse is an solar system event that occurs when an planet or satellite is temporarily obscured, either by passing into the shadow of another planet or satellite.

PREGNANCY-Pregnancy is the fertilization of ovum and sperm in uterus and its development of one or more offspring, known as an embryo or fetus, in a woman's uterus.

"All the community people take much care with joy when they come to know a woman has conceived. As a precaution, pregnant women are not allowed to take much stress or exertions but normal day to day activities are allowed to carry out as usual. Pregnant women are not allowed to see the Ecliptic path during Solar or Lunar Eclipse. As per Vedic guidance, pregnant women should not see the eclipse part, nor come out in open during the time of Eclipse. This is just to avoid the child in womb getting affected by the radiation, which is said to cause damages to the child in womb. Hence, they were not allowed to move out during the Eclipse days and protected by remaining inside a room where the sun/moon rays are not directly passing through. Even the modern science tell us that the Ecliptic rays are not good for health. When a growing child's health is given importance, they take all sort of precautionary measures to avoid clashing with nature.

But there is no evidence to suggest that an eclipse can harm a pregnant woman or her baby. Eclipses are seen all over the world and in many countries there is no tradition of staying indoors during one. However, in many cultures, an eclipse is considered a bad omen. There are some superstitions that an eclipse can cause deformities such as a cleft lip or unsightly birthmarks, but the scientific evidence does not support these theories.

Another myth is that you need to throw away all cooked food and take a bath after an eclipse.

Having said that, if parents and elders are worried about you, you might not want to upset them. You may prefer to act in accordance with their wishes, especially if it's only a question of a few hours.

However, if you do choose to go out, take proper precautions to protect your eyes. In an eclipse, it is possible to look directly at the sun without much discomfort to your eyes at the time. But doing so can cause severe damage to your eyes without you even knowing it.

Hindu Blog receives numerous queries regarding what precaution pregnant women should take during Chandra Grahan or Lunar Eclipse? This is because many devout Hindus have numerous fears regarding Chandra Grahan or Lunar Eclipse. There is a belief that pregnant women will be affected by Chandra Grahan but this has not been scientifically proved. The safe option adopted by most Hindus is to remain indoors during the period of Grahan. Pregnant women chant the Santana Gopala Mantra during Grahan.

The Santana Gopala Mantra is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is chanted for an easy and safe pregnancy and to get a healthy baby. The Santana Gopala Mantra is Om Devaki Sudha Govinda Vasudeva Jagath Pathe Dehimey Thanayam Krishna Thwamaham Saranam Kadhahaa Deva Deva Jagannatha Gothra Vridhi Karap Prabho Dehimey Thanayam Sheegram Ayushmandham Yashashreenam!

Ayurveda indicates that pregnant women should sit or lie down on a mat containing Darbha grass or Kusha Grass during Grahan. It is also advised to keep some Kusha Grass with the pregnant woman. This is advised more during Surya Grahan or Solar Eclipse.

Some devout Hindus fast (Fasting or Upvaas) on Grahan day but pregnant women should avoid fasting and should follow the usual routine prescribed by the doctor.

The most important thing that pregnant women should do is to avoid getting tensed with the fear of grahan. Modern science believe eclipse is a natural phenomenon so not concerned in remaining indoors.