“In our modern society, the principle of gender equality prevails, yet some individuals still harbor the desire for a plump, fair-skinned son. Additionally, there are couples blessed with daughters who long for a balanced family, hoping for the arrival of a new member, particularly a son. Remarkably, Feng Shui holds the potential to fulfill these aspirations, whether one believes it or not. Below, let us delve into the mystical power of Feng Shui.
**I. The Esoteric Secrets of Bearing Sons**
**1. Influence of Astrology**
From a Feng Shui perspective, determining the timing of a male birth involves locating the ‘wife star’ in one’s astrological chart. The element associated with the wife star indicates the gender of the child. For instance, if the wife star corresponds to earth, which engenders metal, the presence of metal represents a daughter. Conversely, the presence of wood in the presence of a father with a yang wood element signifies the birth of a son.
**2. Bedroom Factors Influencing Conception**
Sunlight in the bedroom is essential. According to ancient Yang House principles, sunlight in the marital bedroom promotes the birth of sons due to the harmonious balance of yin and yang. Having a threshold in the bedroom retains fetal energy. If the room lacks a threshold, a carpet can serve as a remedy. Avoid clutter beneath the bed, and ensure the bed’s headboard faces the auspicious direction to enhance fertility.
**3. Feng Shui Elements**
The birth of sons or daughters hinges on the ‘Four Corners’ principle, ensuring the house has no missing corners. The eastern corner symbolizes the eldest son. Any missing corners or misplaced objects and Feng Shui items can hinder the birth of a male child. To enhance male offspring prospects in the east, cultivate auspicious bamboo plants or inscribe the character ‘震’ (zhèn) to invigorate the eastern sector and increase chances of welcoming a new son.
**II. Five Measures to Welcome a Beloved Son**
**1. Sturdy Bedsteads**
In Feng Shui, a robust bed signifies the ability to retain fetal energy. Avoid sofa beds, camp beds, or water beds; opt for traditional, sturdy bedsteads.
**2. Privacy in the Bedroom**
Ensure the bedroom offers privacy. If windows are present, ensure they are not too distant to prevent prying eyes. Avoid disturbances from family members or, in the case of shared living with in-laws, frequent nighttime disturbances.
**3. Plant Symbolic Trees**
Plant pomegranate trees on the balcony or in the garden. Pomegranate trees, associated with abundance, symbolize the birth of many children. Alternatively, osmanthus or banana plants symbolize numerous offspring.
**4. Gifts Symbolizing Offspring**
Traditional gifts like pumpkins, with ‘南’ (nán, south) symbolizing males and the abundant seeds representing offspring, offer symbolic blessings. In Taiwanese customs, lanterns are gifted during the Yuanxiao Festival, with ‘丁’ (dīng) representing the addition of a child.
**III. Feng Shui Taboos for Bearing Sons**
**1. Avoid Two External Doors**
A bedroom should only have one external door. Having two external doors hampers fertility and conception.
**2. Avoid Metallic Objects and Appliances near the Bed**
Avoid metallic objects or household appliances such as telephones and radios near the bed. These items disrupt the natural magnetic field and sleep patterns, hindering conception.
**3. Limit Fish Tanks and Mirrors**
Avoid placing fish tanks in the bedroom as they create dampness, disrupting the balance of yin and yang and impeding conception. Similarly, excessive mirrors in the bedroom expel fetal energy and deplete male vitality.
**4. Prohibit Sacred Areas, Balconies, and Garages below the Bedroom**
Spaces below the bedroom, such as shrines, balconies, or garages, obstruct the flow of vital energy, leading to difficulties in conception.
**5. Display Child-Themed Artwork**
Hang artwork depicting children, such as images of babies or ‘百子图’ (bǎi zǐ tú) and ‘麒麟送子图’ (qí lín sòng zǐ tú). Encouraging positive thoughts about having children can enhance the likelihood of conception, fostering a sense of anticipation and joy.”
