Having Toddler Chose An Item
“Proshtapulnik (old Bulgarian word for first steps) is a family event which happens when a toddler first starts walking. Objects are placed in front of the toddler symbolizing different professions, for example a paintbrush being an artist and a notebook being a writer. The item the toddler picks determine their future career. ”
-Trayana, Bulgaria
-Trayana, Bulgaria
“Doljanchi is a Korean tradition that celebrates the first birthday of a baby. During this celebration objects and food are placed in front of the toddler and the things he choses foretell their future.”
-Sally, Korea
-Sally, Korea
“Zhuazhou is a Chinese tradition meaning “pick” and “anniversary”. This is celebrated when the child turns 1 year old.
Parents put objects which represent various careers in front of the baby and whatever he choses will be its future.”
-Wang, China
-Wang, China
Countries where the superstition can be found:
Bulgaria
Korea
China
Explore related themes:
Job/Education
Bulgaria
Korea
China
Explore related themes:
Job/Education