Maternal and child healthcare in ayurveda





Here are a few diet and lifestyle tips for expectant mothers. Be healthy, be safe. 


Do’s: -


 Diet can be decided as per taste and available resources. 

Liquid/semi-liquid are beneficial in early pregnancy.

- Include Milk and milk products for fetal nourishment and strength.

- Fresh fruits and vegetable especially high in iron are advised.

- Folic acid rich food like whole grains are recommended.

- Protein-rich soup, veg or non-veg as per habit, is good for the expecting mother.

- Madhu (honey) and Sarkara (Sugar) are beneficial for the health of baby and mother. But diabetic mothers should take caution.

- Remaining cheerful has immense benefits to the mother and child.

- Must aim to sleep for 8 hours in the night. An additional 2 hours during the day is advised.

- Self-hygiene should be a priority.

- Wear comfortable clothes which are not tight- fitting.

- Perform normal routine work, avoiding strain on the body.

- Visit the doctor at regular intervals.

- Family members should be supportive and keep pleasant behavior with Expecting mothers.



Don’ts: - 


It is recommended to avoid very hot, very cold and stale food items. - Excessively spicy, pungent, sour, salty, sweet food items are best avoided.

- Should not eat any food item that can cause allergy, or is known to upset the expecting mother's health. 

- Should resist any tendency to overeat.

- It advisable to avoid excessive intake of tea or coffee.

- Remaining thirsty or hungry for a long time is not advised.

- It is recommended to avoid lying down immediately after food.

- Standing for long hours is not advised, especially from the second trimester onwards. 

- It's recommended to avoid heavy work, jumping, jerks and running. - Smoking (or use of tobacco in any form), alcohol and intoxicating drugs are to be strictly avoided.


- Avoid self-medication.
- Consult your nearest Ayurvedic physcian


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