Natural Pregnancy Wellness: Simple Ayurvedic Habits Every Mom-To-Be Can Follow

The pregnancy journey can be both beautiful and yet the most nerve-wracking stage, thanks to nervousness, health troubles, and at times, problems. However, the right health choices can be helpful. Let us focus on the stages of pregnancy, the importance of staying healthy during this time, health issues during pregnancy, Ayurvedic tips for a healthy pregnancy, and Patanjali products.

Pregnancy Stages and the Importance of Staying Healthy

Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters and lasts about 40 weeks in total. The first trimester, from week 0 to 13, starts with conception. During this time, the embryo develops into a fetus and begins to form key features. Many women experience nausea, tiredness, and changes in hormones.

In the second trimester, between 14 and 26 weeks, the skeleton begins hardening, and the baby starts growing and listening. Doctors can notice the baby’s movements and thus check for abnormalities. The lungs are developing. Mothers get energy, gain weight, and show baby bump.

The last trimester, between 27 and 40 weeks, sees more weight gain, eyelid formation, and rapid brain and lung development in the baby. The baby starts preparing for the birth. It is called full-term, with the baby gaining weight. Mothers face issues like back pain and recurrent need to urinate.

Throughout all trimesters, good maternal health, which includes a balanced diet and overall healthy living, positively impacts the baby’s healthy development and enduring cognitive functioning. It helps avoid birth defects, lowers complications, and helps with the mother’s health and recovery positively.

Health Issues During Pregnancy

In India, a major issue is severe anaemia, which leads to tiredness and even the risk of premature birth. Gestational Diabetes is common and causes big babies and delivery issues. Hypertension due to pregnancy, along with pre-eclampsia or eclampsia are common and impacts the mother and fetus.

There are high chances of obstetric problems like miscarriages and premature birth. There are chances of infections and troubles related to pre-existing diseases. Thus, one must follow simple tips for a healthy pregnancy. Of course, Ayurveda and Patanjali products can help in this regard.

4 Ayurvedic Tips to Manage Pregnancy

Diet: Consume fresh and warm food. Include lentils, milk, whole grains, fruits like bananas, apples, dates and pomegranate, and nuts like almonds and walnuts without skin. A small amount of ghee helps with growth. Avoid spicy, raw and processed food, refined sugar, and caffeinated drinks. Drink water, coconut water and herbal drinks suggested by doctors.

Herbs: Shatavari is the best herb for women’s reproductive health and to fortify the mother’s body. Amla provides immunity, good digestion, and energy. Ginger manages morning sickness and digestive troubles in the first trimester. Ashwagandha calms the system. Brahmi boosts the fetus' mental development and calms the mother. Punarnava aids in lowering any swelling.

Lifestyle: A body massage with warm sesame oil (and after medical advice) calms the nerves, boosts circulation, and lowers swelling. Rest as much as possible, while avoiding stress and long travel. Opt for light exercise in the first trimester to battle tiredness. The second trimester should see an exercise routine to make the back and pelvis strong, along with boosting blood circulation. Relax in the third trimester to get ready for childbirth, along with pelvic exercises and light walking.

Patanjali offers great Ayurvedic products to help during pregnancy, foetal development, and easy childbirth. Patanjali Nutrela Mothers Plus Powder

(400 Gms) offers the right amount of nutrients for the mother’s health and the baby’s growth. It is high in protein, boosts stamina, and is great for brain development. It has important ingredients like Rose Hips, Spinach, Turmeric, Moringa, Fenugreek, Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and other essential nutrients.           

Or include Divya Nari Kanti Syrup (200 Ml) in the daily routine. It contains Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Nagarmotha, Amla, Jatamansi, and other herbs. It works as a supplement in foetal development and the mother’s care during pregnancy. Divya Phala Ghrita (200 Gms) has herbs like Shatavari, Manjistha, Haritaki, Amla, and Ashwagandha. It works for reproductive health, like treating issues like PCOS and boosting fertility, regular periods, managing pregnancy issues like making the uterus strong, avoiding abortions, and providing nutrients for the baby and mother.

To have a healthy and happy pregnancy, a woman needs to take care, seek regular medical tests and help, follow Ayurveda and related tips, and include Patanjali products for the same.