When the young daughter's-in-law pregnancy becomes obvious, the glad mother-in-law (ene) and sisters-in-law (the brothers' wives — abysyn) invite close relatives and neighbors and make the party with the rich food, during which the future mother is scattered with 'shashu'. Elderly women performed this ceremony. The heroes of the occasion and guests are usually strewn with candies and small coins, and good wishes are said to them. 'Shashu' personifies the pouring rain, which according to the custom must bring happiness. This custom is observed during other happy events like the birth of a child, matchmakers' visit, etc.