My mother-in-law told me not to wear new clothes during pregnancy because of some traditional belief. I don't really understand why. Is there any particular reason or superstition behind not wearing new clothes?
My baby is a toddler now, but I still remember how confused I was when my mom told me not to wear brand new clothes. Looking back, it's partly because of old 'nazar' beliefs and partly because old clothes are much softer on your skin. Don't worry at all, just wear whatever makes you feel happy and physically comfortable!
Honestly, buying a whole new wardrobe is such a waste of money because you will only wear them for a few months. I just bought two pairs of good maternity leggings and wore my husband's loose t-shirts or my old oversized kurtis. It is the most practical, budget-friendly solution and so comfortable!
Actually, elders say this because new unwashed clothes have chemicals and starch that can cause bad skin allergies since our skin gets super sensitive in pregnancy. Starch can cause severe itching, but if you get a major rash or fever from any allergy, please don't just use home remedies, consult your doctor. Otherwise, just wash new clothes twice before wearing.
Oh, I remember my mother-in-law stopping me from buying new clothes because of old superstitions about bad luck. I felt so hurt and frustrated because none of my old clothes fit my growing bump! But please don't let it stress you out, your emotional peace is what matters most for the baby right now.
I totally panicked when I accidentally wore a brand new unwashed suit and my MIL told me it's bad luck and will affect the baby. I literally cried for hours thinking I did something wrong, but honestly, it is just an old myth. My baby is perfectly healthy, so please don't stress over these small traditional beliefs like I did.
I felt so emotional during my first trimester when my grandmother told me not to wear new clothes because of nazar. I felt like I couldn't even enjoy my changing body or dress up nicely. But eventually, I realized that my baby's health doesn't depend on these rules, and wearing comfortable, fresh clothes actually made me feel much better mentally.
When you conceive after a long wait, even the smallest superstitions can make you feel anxious and hesitant to buy things. But please gently remind yourself that clothes cannot harm your beautiful miracle. Just make sure the fabric is soft cotton and washed well, so it doesn't cause any skin discomfort or irritation.
