Abstract

SUTIKA PARICHARYA REVIEW AND ITS CLINICAL IMPORTANCE

Dr. Pranali Pravinkumar Doshi and Dr. Veena Jawale

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Abstract

During the postnatal period, which encompasses the time immediately after the separation of the placenta up to six weeks, also known as the puerperium or puerperal period, postnatal care plays a crucial role. In Ayurvedic literature, this care is referred to as Sutika Paricharya. Ancient Ayurvedic scholars have extensively described the dietary regimen, lifestyle, and other necessary management practices for the entire pregnancy and up to six months after delivery. The pregnant woman (Garbhini) is particularly vulnerable to diseases due to the aggravation of already imbalanced doshas. This susceptibility can further increase during delivery and the puerperium phase due to blood loss and depletion of essential body tissues. Therefore, special and proper care is essential during both pregnancy and the postnatal period. The objectives of postnatal care include ensuring a normal puerperium with the delivery of a healthy baby, restoring the mother's health to maintain the well-being of both mother and infant, preventing illness, establishing infant feeding, providing emotional support, and educating the mother about herself and the future of her child.

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