Role of Paricharya in Garbhini or Sutika.

Abstract

Pregnancy is the most important and critical part of every woman’s life. Garbhini paricharya is the care given to pregnant woman and Sutika paricharya is the care given after delivery in necessary all respectful manner it’s very important for future social impact assessment. Garbhini paricharya refers systematic care provided to the garbhini to protecting the garbha. Garbhini paricharya or antenatal care is most important aspects in Prasuthi Tantra. The proper garbhini charya would result in the proper development of the foetus, uncomplicated delivery and health of mother Ayurveda, the ancient science gives importance to swasthya rakshana and vik?ra prashamana by exploring various procedures like Dinacharya, Rithucharya, Achar Rasayana, Yogasana, Pranayama, Dhyana and Sadvritta for maintaining the physical and mental health and preventing the disease. Wide range of references regarding of garbhini paricharya,Sutika paricharya, masanumasika pathya, contraindication for garbhini and Sutika. guidelines for the management are available in brihatrayi and laghutrayi. Our Acharyas know very well that not only the food and environment play a vital role in the development of foetus but also maternal psychic impressions have their impact on a growing foetus. Ayurveda considers food to be the best source of nourishments as well as medication for the pregnant woman. The nine monthly diet is unique concept in Ayurveda. It changes in accordance with the growth of the foetus in the womb and at the same time ensures health of the mother. The phase of pregnancy and delivery brings adaptation changes in bio physiological and psychological which may adversely affect her health if not properly taken care of. In this paper described monthly dietary regimen and Living style for Garbhini and Sutika.

KEYWORDS: Sutikaparicharya ,Garbhiniparicharya, Aahar,Vihar,Aushadhi