CRITICAL STUDY ON GARBHINI PARICHARYA AND ITS UTILITY IN PRESENT ERA

Abstract

Pregnancy is the beautiful phase in life of every women. Ayurveda, a holistic way of living, discusses the details of pregnancy under Garbhini Vyakarana. Ayurveda has a well documented description of caring for pregnant women called Garbhini Paricharya. Ahara (diet), Vihara (lifestyle) and Vichara (Psychological aspect) with respect to each month is given which should be followed during pregnancy as these have a direct effect on health of both mother and the child. The care of pregnant women reflects by her ability to withstand the strain of labour and health of the child. Nowadays, cesarean section deliveries are gaining more importance as the pregnant ladies have not enough strength to bear labour pain which occur during normal delivery. On the other hand by following proper dietary regimen, pregnant woman become physically and mentally strong to withstand the pain of Normal delivery. In aspect of foetus, chances of congenital anomalies are less if dietary regimen is followed. Hence, an attempt is made through this article to highlight the importance and review the concept of Garbhini Paricharya.