Caring for the Seed
Pregnancy or Garbhinī Paricharya
Overview:
Pregnancy is a sacred unfolding—of life, of body, and of consciousness. This module offers a month-by-month Ayurvedic guide to support the full arc of pregnancy: from conscious conception to spiritual bonding with the baby. Grounded in the ancient texts and supported by modern wisdom, you’ll receive tools to nurture your health, navigate emotions, and protect the subtle layers of mind and heart through each trimester.
MODULE 2: Pregnancy (Garbhinī Paricharya)
Theme: Conscious conception, sacred development, and nourishment
2.1 Pre-Conception Preparation – Garbha sambhava samagri: Beeja, Kṣetra, Rtu, Ambu
2.2 Monthly Ayurvedic Pregnancy Care – What the Aṣṭāṅga Hṛdayam outlines
2.3 Doṣic Guidance in Pregnancy – How to support Vāta, Pitta, Kapha through pregnancy
2.4 Nutrition, Herbs & Lifestyle – Safe guidance for nourishment and balance
2.5 Emotions & Spirit – Protecting the manas (mind) during pregnancy
2.6 Bonding with the Baby – Subtle practices for connection
2.7 Red Flags & Preventive Guidance – Early signs of imbalance from Ayurvedic lens
2.8 Cravings & Energetics – Understanding messages from food desires
2.9 Journal Prompts + Pregnancy Ritual Ideas