Ayurveda MASSAGEWellness of Nature

Apart from medicines, Ayurveda also recommends massages for mother and child. The aim is to relax the mother and strengthen the baby’s muscles and bones. The Ayurvedic texts prescribe 42 days of complete rest of the mother, as during this period the Dhatus (Tissues) recoup from the childbirth. Abhayanga or Postpartum oil massage with warm Dhanwantharam oil, will reduce the body ache of the mother. Abhayanga helps to reduce any vata dosha imbalance, after childbirth. Also, oil rubbing on strained muscles relieves aches and body pain. It helps in tissue rebuilding, controls heavy bleeding and moves all the stored waste out of tissues. It helps the mother with feeling of security, care and love. It helps in regulating and controlling body temperature, relaxes the recovering mom, promoting deep peaceful sleep and generous lactation. The hot water bath and splashing hot water at the vaginal area and lower tummy, after the massage, helps to release toxins and rejuvenates the aching body. Hormonal imbalances phase out and the mother is prepared mentally and physically for all the challenges that life brings.

Baby is also massaged with warm oil, which aids in a peaceful and rested baby, free from colic. Journey through birth canal in itself is a stressful process, and adjusting to new environment is an experience in itself. A 15 minute massage creates bonding with parents and avoids symptoms of gassiness and fussiness in babies.