A Critical Review of Garbhini Paricharya in First Trimester of Pregnancy

Women require special dietetics and supplements during each reproductive stage of her lives. During pregnancy the mother's nutrition is considered to be an inevitable factor for the development of foetal growth. A combination of Ahara, Vihara, Vichara and Aushadha have been given great significance in Ayurveda during pregnancy called as Garbhini Paricharya. The first trimester of pregnancy is very crucial for a pregnant women. The Masanumasika paricharya explained by acharyas pave a great role in overcoming the physiological symptoms of first trimester pregnancy and also helps in the proper maturation of foetus. Ksheera, Ghrita, Navaneeta, Madhu, Siddha ksheera processed with drugs according to Ayurvedic acharyas has been critically evaluated in detail which ensures healthy progeny through a healthy motherhood.