POST NATAL CARE (MOTHER & BABY CARE)
POST NATAL CARE (MOTHER & BABY CARE)
The postnatal period, also known as the postpartum period, begins immediately after childbirth and continues for several weeks as the mother’s body gradually recovers from pregnancy and delivery.
During this time, the body undergoes several physical and hormonal adjustments as it returns to its normal state. Proper care during this period is essential for restoring maternal strength, supporting breastfeeding, and promoting emotional well-being.
Postnatal care also involves monitoring the health and development of the newborn and providing guidance on infant care.
Adequate rest, balanced nutrition, emotional support, and proper medical guidance are essential components of postnatal recovery.
Common Concerns After Delivery
New mothers may experience:
- Physical weakness or fatigue
- Body pain or back pain
- Emotional changes
- Breastfeeding concerns
- Sleep disturbances
- Digestive changes
Ayurvedic Perspective
In Ayurveda, postnatal care is described as Sutika Paricharya, which focuses on restoring the mother’s strength and balancing the body after childbirth.
Childbirth may aggravate Vata dosha, leading to weakness, body pain, and fatigue. Therefore, Ayurvedic postnatal care focuses on nourishing the body, restoring strength, and supporting lactation.
Proper diet, rest, and supportive therapies are emphasized to help the mother regain health and vitality.
Postnatal care may include:
- Dietary guidance supporting recovery and lactation
- Herbal medicines supporting postpartum recovery
- Therapies that strengthen the body and relieve pain like Vethukuli (medicated bath), Tummy tying, Abhyangam, Sirodhara, Patrapotali swedam, Herbal packs for face etc
- Guidance on newborn care and maternal health
Frequently Asked Questions
The body undergoes significant changes during pregnancy and childbirth, and proper care helps restore strength and health.
Childbirth can lead to physical exhaustion and hormonal changes that require recovery time.
Ayurvedic care focuses on nourishing the body, strengthening muscles, and supporting overall recovery.
Recovery may vary from person to person, but proper care during the initial weeks is very important.
Personalized Treatment Note
All treatments and internal medicines are prescribed only after a detailed consultation with our Ayurvedic medical experts. Therapies and medications are customized according to the patient's disease condition, body constitution, and clinical evaluation by the consulting physician.
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