Nausea, commonly seen in early pregnancy, manifests differently based on doshic tendencies:

• Vata-Type: Characterized by abdominal gas, bloating, and symptoms worsening with irregular meal patterns.
• Pitta-Type: Presents with heartburn, acidity, and discomfort aggravated by spicy or acidic foods.
• Kapha-Type: Exhibits excess salivation, lethargy, and a sense of heaviness.

Traditional Ayurvedic remedies, to be used under professional guidance, include:

• Dadimadi Ghritam: Medicated ghee specially formulated for digestive comfort and to alleviate nausea.
• Dhanwantaram Gulika: A tablet balancing Vata and Kapha, effective against bloating and digestive irregularities.
• Shatavari Ghritam: Cool and soothing for Pitta-dominant types, helping to relieve heat and agitation.
• Ginger Powder/Tea: Universally helpful in mild, controlled doses to promote digestion and quell nausea.

Supporting lifestyle modifications include consuming warm, easily digestible foods, ensuring hydration, and adopting calm breathing and rest patterns tailored to each dosha’s needs.

Modern prenatal care emphasizes micronutrients such as folate, iron (as medically indicated), vitamin D, choline, iodine, and DHA, personalized through blood work and clinical recommendations. Ayurvedic prenatal tonics complement this with traditionally formulated preparations that build and nourish:

• Phalasarpis (Balancing Vata and Pitta): A luxurious medicated ghee that enhances maternal strength and supports fetal growth.
• Shatavari Gulam: A sweet confection that stabilizes and nourishes maternal tissues.
• Dhanwantaram Kashayam: A decoction that bolsters systemic strength and regularizes physiological activities.
• Chyawanaprasham: An immunity-boosting tonic rich in antioxidants, supporting resilience throughout pregnancy.

Nutritional guidance is similarly dosha-aware, favoring regular warm meals and healthy fats for Vata, cooling foods and moderate protein for Pitta, and metabolism-boosting, light meals for Kapha to ensure balanced tissue building without congestion or undue heat.

The first 12 weeks after childbirth demand focused care to ground Vata, calm residual Pitta, and rebuild Kapha without accumulation of stagnation. Key Ayurvedic formulations and practices include:

• Dashamoolarishtam (Vata Tonifying): Enhances strength and supports uterine healing.
• Dhanwantaram Gulika or Kashayam (Balancing Vata-Pitta): Eases postpartum aches and replenishes vitality.
• Shatavari Gulam: Hydrates and enhances milk production.
• Oil Massage (Abhyanga) with Dhanwantaram Tailam: Warm oil massage performed daily to relax the nervous system and boost circulation.

Alongside herbal care, integrating gentle pelvic floor exercises, community support, and adequate rest serves as a comprehensive postpartum recovery strategy.

Common breastfeeding challenges reflect dosha imbalances:

• Vata: Low milk production due to nervous system depletion.
• Pitta: Breast inflammation and mastitis requiring cooling and clinical management.
• Kapha: Milk congestion causes flow issues.

Herbal supports include Shatavari formulations enhancing milk quality and quantity, Phalasarpis enriching maternal nutrition, and external application of Dhanwantaram tailam easing muscular tension and improving lactation comfort. Collaborating with lactation consultants ensures optimal feeding techniques, integrating these holistic supports.