In China, the 1st important event for the newly born baby is the one-month celebration. In Buddhist or Taoist families, on the morning of the baby’s 30th day, sacrifices are offered to the gods so that the gods will protect the baby in his subsequent life. Ancestors are also virtually informed of the arrival of the new member in the family.

According to the customs, relatives and friends receive gifts from the child’s parents. Types of gifts vary from place to place, but eggs dyed red are usually a must both in town and countryside. Red eggs are chosen as gifts probably because they are the symbol of changing process of life and their round shape is the symbol of happiness and harmonious life. They are made red as red is sign of happiness in Chinese culture.

Besides eggs, food like cakes, chicken and hams are often used as gifts, and gifts given in even numbers. During the celebration, relatives and friends of the family will also return gifts which the child may use, like foods, clothes, gold or silver wares. The commonest are some money wrapped in a piece of red paper. Grandparents usually give their grandchild a gold or silver ware to show their deep love. In the evening, the child’s parents will grand feast. The day after the feast, the baby’s hair is shaved off: the baby’s hair is regarded ad “interim” hair and its removal facilities the growth of “permanent” hair.