Abstract

A BRIEF REVIEW ON MASANUMASIK GARBHINI PARICHARYA: AYURVEDIC ANTENATAL CARE

Kanika Birewal*, Rama Khatavkar and Jyotsna Thakur

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Abstract

Ayu means life and veda means knowledge so literally Ayurveda means knowledge or science of life. The main basic principle is “Swasthasya Swastha Rakshanam” and Aaaturasya Rogprashamanam”. For the purpose of Swasthya Rakshna, Aacharya has explained Dinacharya, Ritucharya etc. Pregnancy is the important phase in women’s life and any negligence in this period may became harmful to both mother and baby. The care of pregnant women reflects on the quality and health of the offspring. Giving birth to healthy child is important thus pregnant women deserve most importance in the society. To prevent various complications and to provide a safe management to the pregnant lady and her growing offspring Aacharyas explained detailed systemic and monthwise regimen for Garbhini i.e. Garbhini Paricharya (Antenatal care). Garbhini Paricharya includes Aahara, Vihara, and modifications in psychological behaviour. These Aahara, Vihara and Vichara have a direct effect on health of the mother and child. It helps in proper development of the foetus, its delivery, facilitates easy delivery, and maintains health of the mother, healthy postpartum period. Hence detailed of Garbhini Paricharya is highlighted in this article.

Keywords: Garbhini Paricharya, Antenatal care, Aahara, Vihara, Vandhyatva, Infertility, Panchkarma, Shodhana.