Pregnancy + Childbirth

What Is Garbhasanskar? The Sanskrit word garbh means fetus in the womb and sanskar means educating the mind. So, garbhasanskar essentially means educating the mind of the fetus with certain pregnancy practices and routines. Of all the four ashramas (stages) of life, grihastha ashram (household life), is the best one with …

According to Ayurveda, the process of child birth occurs due to the presence of Vata. There will be an increase in Vata post-delivery. The increased Vata can disturb the physical, mental and emotional well being of a new mom.  As the first step of Ayurvedic postnatal care, it’s important to …

Angaya podi is an Ayurvedic postnatal herbal formula. It is used to maintain the health and beauty of the postnatal woman. This traditional formulation is from the state of Tamil Nadu in south India, near Kerala, where it is passed on generation after generation. It is known that upon delivery, …

If you’re a new mom with sleep deprivation or maybe even insomnia, you know it really is torture. Lack of sleep can play havoc with your mental health, appetite and metabolism. Having realistic expectations of infant sleep can help. Beware of books that tell you how long and how often …

Constipation in babies is defined as a condition in which there is difficulty in passing stool, resulting in hard, dry feces. What Causes Constipation In Babies? There are a few possible causes. Breastfed babies are used to only breast milk which is very easy to digest. When baby starts solid …

How to breastfeed your baby is likely a loaded question and you may have received many different opinions about what is right and what is wrong. The thing is that breastfeeding is not ‘one size fits all’. Breastfeeding is unique and individual to every Mom! When honoring your natural instinct …

Teething is one of the developmental stages of your baby where there is the eruption of primary teeth. Let’s take a look at some teathing home remedies from Ayurveda. Most of the time, teething gives a difficult time for both babies and parents. For a child that is teething, it …

It takes time to get back on track after childbirth. New Moms need time to recover. This is no joke and it’s not an excuse for women not to work!! The changes that happen in the body and mind during delivery are real, and they can be severe, especially in …

During pregnancy body aches are one of the most common difficulties. There are many possible causes. In the second trimester the most common pain will be low back pain and pelvic discomfort. This is just a sign that your body is preparing for pregnancy. Another common complaint is nighttime leg cramps during …

Weaning is the gradual replacement of breastfeeding with other foods and ways of nurturing. The weaning process begins when you start to introduce first foods for baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that for ideal nutrition, your baby should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months. Nursing should continue …

Ayur Doula is not a city in India. It’s not something you eat or drink, and it’s not a fancy way to ask if you are a Doula. You are probably familiar with the word Doula which is a Greek word for a woman who helps other women. A Doula …

A new study has found that decreased levels of nicotinamide, a form of the B vitamin niacin, during pregnancy may increase the risk of atopic eczema at 12 months of age. A University of Southampton study, published in Clinical and Experimental Allergy, found that women with ‘higher concentrations of nicotinamide …

We’re super excited to share that Freida’s Pantry, a postpartum nutrition bar is now available in the U.S. Freida’s Pantry bars are inspired by Ayurvedic principles and formulated to meet the needs of new moms. “Freida’s Pantry was born from necessity after the difficult birth of my third son,” said …

By 36 weeks you have a fully formed, tiny human being inside you. The main thing your baby will do in the last month of pregnancy is grow good and fat. During this time Ayurveda suggests pregnant women reduce fat, salt and water from their diet. And as is often …

Ayurveda considers digestion the root of all health, but digestion holds a more broad and subtle meaning. Obviously you need to digest the food you eat, but you also need to digest everything that touches your skin, everything you see and hear and the emotions you experience. If your baby …