The perfect bedroom for a pregnant woman. Telegraph picture

Following feng shui principles increase the flow of positive energy in your house. By simple adjustments such as changing your furniture, decor items, the colour of your walls and the flooring, you can bring in positive energy to your home. This energy brings with it a sense of peace, well being and most of all, a healthy state of physical, mental and emotional being.

If you are looking to conceive, these are important factors and so, feng shui is considered to play a functional role in fertility and conception.

For every mother, the nine months of pregnancy are very important and special. Even before birth, mothers feel they can play with the child and talk to her.

Pregnancy is a special time for women who are looking forward to a new member in the family. There are things to consider, not in terms of living area alone but about the quality time that will be dedicated to the baby.

Implementing some feng shui techniques, such as using aromatherapy, earth elements such as crystals or use of various colours can improve the overall flow of positive energy in your house, considered excellent for a pregnant woman. It reduces the stress and discomfort associated with pregnancy and prenatal care. Tiny feng shui cures can help in creating a sense of comfort and confidence in the mind of the mother.

Neat as a pin

Clutter is one of the enemies of positive energy and feng shui hates it. By keeping your room clutter free, you will feel a greater sense of freedom and also free up space to move around in.

A woman who is ready to conceive is possibly under lots of stress and clutter only increases stress levels.

Feng shui experts suggests that if a woman is trying to conceive, try not to go for a makeover of your home, as this will add clutter and increases the amount of negative energy around you. Fertility levels are highest in a calm home.

Cleanliness is also important but during the fertility period pregnant women should try to avoid cleaning areas around the bed themselves. This is a medical as well as feng shui precaution.

Water magic

A small water fountain (perhaps a rhyming one) would add to the creative positive energy in the pregnant woman’s room. The water falling from the fountain has a calming influence and its sight is beautiful.

Crystals

Some of the elements you can add to your bedroom for safe pregnancy include rose quartz crystals and the statue of the goddess of compassion, Kwan Yin.

These statues increase the chances of your fertility and a healthy pregnancy. You can place the crystals in a small tray surrounded by candles or you can wear them as jewellery. Bring to your home a statue of the goddess who is considered the guardian of children and this in fact is what every parent wants — a healthy, adorable child!

Colours

Some colours such as pink, red, green, and light blue encourage a healthy pregnancy.

The colour green has a special meaning in feng shui as it signifies growth and fertility. Green is also considered the colour of heaven in the Ming dynasty.

Sleeping on a pea green coloured pillow can help you dream of good things about your bonding with the baby. Green is hence considered the best colour for a pregnant woman.

Bed post

The position of your bed can also be re-arranged. The best position for your bed is called healing position. This position depends on the direction of your house. Sound energy also helps induce a healthy pregnancy and is considered good for the unborn child.

Music

Soothing music helps in relieving tension and dealing with stress. Wind chimes placed at the window of your bedroom are good elements of feng shui. The wind and brass elements will help you increase the levels of positive energy in your home.

(Manisha Koushik is a tarot card reader, numerologist and Vastu Feng consultant. She can be contacted at www.askmanisha.com)