Ayurvedic Management for C-Section Recovery

Going through a caesarean section is not easy for most women, as recovery can be difficult. Indeed, modern medicine offers good pain relief techniques and encourages recovery; it sometimes misses out on incorporating certain principles from Ayurveda, which can make the recovery process more comprehensive. Ayurveda seeks to restore the balance of body and mind of people using natural remedies, diet and lifestyle changes.

Ayurveda principles detail many procedures in postpartum care that can help you recover your health very quickly. This blog will cover some Ayurvedic practices for recovering from a cesarean section, including important concepts and efficient practices and remedies.

After undergoing a caesarean section, a mother goes through a lot of physical and emotional changes. It is because of this surgical procedure for the uterus that the normal dosha balance is affected. After delivery - be it a caesarean or normal delivery - the vata imbalance occurs. Ayurveda enlists detailed structural therapies and care for post-pregnant women.

In Ayurveda, notably, the term ojas is used to reflect the amount of energy a body has; this energy favours immunity and vigour; in other words, the body of a woman after delivery goes through low ojas. To balance the effects that a C-section may cause, Ayurveda doctors suggest nourishing the body with a proper postpartum diet to aid the body in the healing process and retain this ojas.

Moreover, Ayurveda also details Post-surgical care guidelines, which can be useful for women after C section. Ayurveda treatments are also highly patient-specific based on the individual's prakruthi. Considering all these, Ayurveda is a very effective approach to recovering health after pregnancy.

षड्भिर्मासैः प्रसूताया धातवो रुधिरादाय:

                                               ( kashyapa samhita Khi. 11/52)

Sutika Kala or Postpartum Period

According to Ayurveda, the post-pregnancy period is considered to be six months after the delivery. Sutikā Paricharya is a vital concept in Ayurveda, specifically designed for postpartum care. The term "Sutikā" refers to a woman who has recently given birth, and "Paricharya" implies nurturing or care. This comprehensive approach emphasises the importance of providing wholesome support to new mothers after childbirth, addressing both physical and emotional well-being, particularly in the context of recovery following a caesarean section.

Sutika Paricharya or PostPartum Care

After a C-section, women often face unique challenges, including surgical recovery, hormonal fluctuations, and fatigue. Sutikā Paricharya focuses on restoring balance and vitality during this critical period. It entails personalised care strategies that promote healing, enhance energy levels, and nurture the mother’s emotional health. 

Now let us look deeper at the solutions Ayurveda offers for women after C section.

Ayurveda practices can offer effective solutions to managing problems after a C-section. Let's look at some common problems.

In addition to these Ayurveda practices, Yoga poses dedicated to recovery after a C-section can be incorporated into your life for speedy recovery. Read more about this in our blog ( link to the yoga blog for  C-section recovery).

At Apollo AyurVAID, we provide excellent care to women after C-sections. Our expert doctors will assess your overall health condition and curate a recovery treatment plan specifically for you.

To sum up, incorporating Ayurvedic principles in some aspects of recovery from a Caesarean section helps to make the mother’s journey of recovery smoother and more holistic. Ayurveda is profoundly person-centred, emotionally and physically, and it validates and enhances the ability of new mothers to attend to themselves and their healing.

The Sutikā Paricharya helps women retrieve their lost strengths, overcome discomfort, and recuperate from the effects of the post-delivery phase. This way of nurturing the body helps mothers to not only recover faster but also bond with their babies in a more meaningful manner by engaging in a wholesome diet, easy physical activity and concentration. Apollo AyurVAID provides comprehensive treatment to all women according to their needs and every woman has her emphasis on the recovery region. We strongly recommend mothers consider our pointers to hasten recovery and subsequently enjoy motherhood to the fullest.