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The Baby Land Reception and Aqiqah are important events in Acehnese culture. Here are some general steps you can follow to host such an event:
Select Date and Time: Determine a suitable date and time for this event. Usually, this event is held on the seventh day after the birth of the baby.
Invitations: Create a guest list and invitations for the event. Make sure to clearly inform your guests about the date, time and location.
Venue: Choose a suitable location, such as your own home or a place that can accommodate guests comfortably.
Food Preparation: Serving food dishes to guests. Traditional Acehnese foods such as savory rice, rendang, Acehnese noodles and typical Acehnese cakes can be good choices.
Aqiqah: During the Aqiqah event, a sheep or goat is slaughtered as a sign of gratitude for the birth of a baby. Make sure to hire someone competent to carry out this ritual.
Customs and Traditions: Follow Acehnese customs and traditions which usually involve prayers, dhikr, and reading the Koran. Be sure to ask for help from someone experienced in these events.
Decoration: Decorate the event venue with appropriate decorations, including flowers and traditional Acehnese decorations.
Gifts: Usually, guests will give gifts to the baby as a sign of congratulations. Also prepare some small gifts for guests as a token of thanks.
Documentation: Make sure there is a photographer or videographer to document this event so that you have beautiful memories of the Turun Tanah Bayi and Aqiqah reception.
Safety: Ensuring the safety and comfort of guests and babies is always a top priority.
Be sure to talk to people experienced in organizing these events in Aceh to get further advice and help in running them smoothly.