Sutika Paricharya (Postnatal Care)
in Bengaluru
Sutika Paricharya is the famous Ayurvedic 45-day postpartum care regimen. After childbirth, the mother's body is heavily depleted and Vata is severely aggravated. This protocol uses specialized warm massages, belly binding, and strengthening herbs to restore her body completely.
Clinical Benefits
- Rapidly restores the mother's physical strength and prevents chronic back pain
- Uterine cleansing herbs (like Dashamoola) ensure the uterus shrinks back to normal size properly
- Significantly increases the quality and quantity of breast milk (Stanya Janana)
- Prevents postpartum depression by heavily pacifying aggravated Vata dosha
Clinical Procedure
1. Preparation (Purvakarma)
- • Starts a few days after normal delivery, or 10-14 days after a C-section (avoiding the scar area).
2. Main Action (Pradhana Karma)
Daily full-body Abhyanga with warming oils (like Dhanwantaram), followed by a hot herbal bath (Vethu Kuli). The abdomen is firmly bound with a long cloth to support the back and reduce the belly. Internal medicines like Lehyams and Kashayas are given to boost milk and heal the uterus.
3. Post-Therapy (Paschatkarma)
- • The mother must rest completely and eat a specific, warm, easily digestible diet for 45 days.
Patient FAQs
Why is the abdomen tied with a cloth?
Belly binding (Udhara Veshtana) is a crucial Ayurvedic practice. It physically supports the weakened lower back, pushes the expanded uterus back into place, and prevents Vata (air/gas) from filling the empty abdominal cavity, which prevents permanent belly distension.
Protocol Details
Primary Indications
Contraindications
- Avoid heavy, difficult-to-digest foods in the first 2 weeks
- Avoid cold water baths and exposure to cold wind absolutely