CONTRIBUTION OF AYURVEDA TO REDUCE PERINATAL MORTALITY RATE
*Dr. Raihana Ahmed Choudhury and Dr. Yanbeni Humtsoe
ABSTRACT
One of the most important phases of a woman's life cycle that ensures the survival of the human species on this planet is pregnancy and childbirth. The ancient science of life known as Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on maintaining health based on lifestyle choices before treating illness. Therefore, Ayurveda can be useful in preventing obstetric difficulties, safeguarding the health of mother and child, and offering simple, effective, healthier ways to treat common diseases. According to Ayurveda, measures for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth begin even before conception. Ayurveda lays emphasis on-physical and emotional maturity at the time of conception for better outcome. In order to lower rates of maternal and infant mortality, this research underlines the importance of fostering a pluralistic healing approach in maternal and child health care. It emphasises the benefits of Ayurveda and offers advice on how to incorporate these practises.
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