Families observing the milestone traditionally worshipped Samshin, the triple goddess of childbirth and fate in Korean mythology.
They offer her rice and soup in gratitude for the infant’s survival, while rice cakes, wine and other delicacies are served after prayer with relatives and friends.
Interestingly, Elliot had a bicultural celebration as he is half-Chinese. Ye pointed this out in explaining the presence of red confetti eggs on his cake.
“Baby is half Chinese and his 100th day was in part a Korean celebration part Chinese! It’s custom for 100th day Chinese celebrations to have red eggs and ginger.”
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