| Ayurveda, a science of life, advises that the health of | | | | sukhaprasoothi ghrita is given.Yoga, an ancient tradition |
| the pregnant women to be taken care, so that she is | | | | of holistic health, is a great way to keep fit during |
| able to withstand the strain of labour and also give | | | | pregnancy, to align body optimally for healthy carriage |
| birth to a healthy offspring. | | | | and natural delivery of baby. It promotes a tranquil |
| It advises mother-to be, to take certain herbs to be | | | | state of mind which is very important for the health of |
| taken during each month of pregnancy. Milk decoction | | | | the mother and the baby. |
| is one among them and it has to be drunk everyday | | | | The benefits of Yoga asanas along with breathing and |
| before going to bed. It is prepared by mixing 15gms of | | | | relaxation techniques during pregnancy and labor are-i) |
| the monthly advised herb/200mls milk/800mls water | | | | Relieves fluid retention which can be common in the |
| then boil it and reducing it to 1/4th the quantity. | | | | last months.ii) Influences the position of the baby and |
| First month | | | | turning it in advance if need.iii) Strengthening and |
| 8 flg leaf buds boiled in milk and then strained for three | | | | massaging the abdomen helps stimulating bowel action |
| consecutive days. For the rest of the month the milk | | | | and appetite.iv) Raises the level of energy and helps in |
| decoction with Bala (Sida rhombifolia). Guarantees a | | | | slowing down the metabolism to restore focus.v) Helps |
| healthy child | | | | in reducing morning sickness, nausea and mood |
| Second month | | | | swings.vi) Relieves tension around cervix and birth |
| Milk decoction with the herb Lakshmana (Ipomeoa | | | | canal.vii) Focuses on opening the pelvis to make labor |
| sepiaria). Sonitamrtam (tonic) is given. Provides energy | | | | easier and quicker.viii) It helps in postal natal care -it |
| Third month | | | | restores the uterus, abdomen and pelvic floorix) Also it |
| Milk decoction is with Solanum melenginum (Bruhati) | | | | relieves upper back tension and breast discomfort |
| Fourth month | | | | after delivery.x) It restores body shape after childbirth. |
| Milk decoction with Desmodium gangeticum (Shaliparni). | | | | Yoga has 5 vital tools which aids a woman in having |
| Prevents intrauterine growth retardation | | | | smooth journey during pregnancy. |
| Fifth month | | | | 1) Yoga Exercises - These work on the reproductive |
| Milk decoction with Amrita (Tinospora cordifolia) | | | | organs and pelvis to ensure a smooth pregnancy and |
| Sixth month | | | | a relatively easy childbirth. At subtle level, these ensure |
| Milk decoction is with Solanum xanthocarpum | | | | optimum supply of blood and nutrients to the |
| (Kantakari).If there is water retention problem then | | | | developing foetus. |
| Tribulus Terrestris may be given. | | | | 2) Breathing or Pranayama - Works on fitness during |
| Seventh month | | | | pregnancy. These powerful techniques ensure |
| Milk decoction along with Hordeum vulgare(yava). | | | | abundant supply of oxygen and a better life force for |
| Sukha prasava Ghee is given to pave a way for an | | | | mother and child. |
| easy delivery. | | | | 3) Mudras and Bandhas - The psycho-physical |
| Eight month | | | | stimulation of these gestures and locks have powerful |
| Maerua oblongiflia and milk is given. Dhanwantaram 101 | | | | effects on a woman's reproductive organs. |
| or Ksheerabala 101 is taken. Lubricates the | | | | 4) Meditation - As a therapeutic tool, meditation will |
| reproductive channels in preparation for childbirth | | | | helps to resolve the deepest of neurosis, fears and |
| Ninth month | | | | conflicts, which are so common during pregnancy. It |
| Milk decoction with Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) | | | | brings with it an incredible awareness which helps |
| during this month. | | | | mother connect with her child in a way that is |
| During pregnancy, women may undergo cramps, | | | | impossible to explain. |
| sleeplessness for which medicated oils like | | | | 5) Deep Relaxation - Yoga Nidra (Yogic sleep) is |
| Dhanwantharam, Sahacharadi, Pinda tail are used. This | | | | particularly effective during pregnancy for physical and |
| ensures peripheral circulation too. | | | | mental relaxation as well as for childbirth preparation. |
| To have a normal delivery medicated ghee like | | | | |