Shows what Chrisitans, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs do when a child is born into their society. Topics discussed are: How each religion celebrates birth. How the baby's name is chosen. What kinds of prayers are said. What special ceremonies are held.
Introduces the rites and rituals surrounding the birth of a child in the six major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Explains why people celebrate the birth of a baby, and looks at some of the traditions associated with the new arrivals, including naming, religious observances, announcements, gifts, and remembrances.