Godh Bharai (also called a baby shower or seemantham in different regions) has its own distinct mehendi style, gentler and more symbolic than bridal mehendi, and increasingly popular as a standalone booking rather than something added on to a wedding package. Common motifs for Godh Bharai mehendi include baby-themed symbols - a small baby footprint or handprint worked into the design, cradle motifs, moon and stars (associated with protection and blessings), and soft floral patterns rather than the dense geometric work typical of bridal mehendi. Many expecting mothers also request their baby's expected initial or a small heart motif hidden within the pattern, similar to how brides sometimes hide their partner's name. Comfort matters more here than in almost any other mehendi booking. Sessions should be shorter (1-2 hours rather than a multi-hour bridal sitting), and the artist should be comfortable adjusting hand position frequently, since sitting still for long stretches gets uncomfortable later in pregnancy. It's worth mentioning your trimester when booking so the artist can plan a design and sitting duration that's actually comfortable for you. Design placement usually stays on the palms and lower forearms rather than extending far up the arm, both for comfort and because Godh Bharai outfits (often a saree or lehenga with elbow-length or shorter sleeves) don't usually call for full-arm coverage the way bridal wear does. On safety, this is one occasion where checking for 100% natural henna matters even more than usual - pregnant women can be more prone to skin sensitivity, and black henna (PPD-based) carries the same allergy risks regardless of pregnancy, so it's worth confirming natural, chemical-free paste before booking, the same way you would for a child's mehendi. Godh Bharai mehendi bookings tend to happen with less lead time than wedding bookings, since the ceremony date is planned around the pregnancy timeline rather than months of wedding planning - booking 1-2 weeks ahead is usually enough, but it's still worth confirming the artist is comfortable with shorter sessions and simpler, symbolic designs before locking in the date.