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Suprajanana Samskara (Samskrit : ) refers to process of modulation and modification of attributes of a fetus, birth process and the regimen to be followed during pregnancy.  
 
Suprajanana Samskara (Samskrit : ) refers to process of modulation and modification of attributes of a fetus, birth process and the regimen to be followed during pregnancy.  
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The influence of diet, psyche and other routines of mother on the fetus has been talked since ages. Ayurveda describes simple methods to procure a healthy offspring and the planning of which starts from the selection of partner. These methods are popularized as ‘garbha samskaras’
    
== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
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Ayurved, the science of life,  The science speaks of ‘Suprajanana’ which means thoughtful, deliberate efforts taken to ensure genesis of a human being with superior mental, physical & spiritual attributes. The term ''‘Shreyasi praja’'' is used in this context.   
 
Ayurved, the science of life,  The science speaks of ‘Suprajanana’ which means thoughtful, deliberate efforts taken to ensure genesis of a human being with superior mental, physical & spiritual attributes. The term ''‘Shreyasi praja’'' is used in this context.   
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''“streepunsayo: avyapanna shukrashonitgarbhashayayo: shreyasi prajam icchato: tad arthabhinirvruttikaram karma upadekshyamaha:\”  Cha. Sha. 8/3''
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''“streepunsayo: avyapanna shukrashonitgarbhashayayo: shreyasi prajam icchato: tad arthabhinirvruttikaram karma upadekshyamaha:\”  Cha. Sha. 8/3''                
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                 ‘Shreyas’ literally means welfare or praiseworthy. Child birth is not merely procreation but it is a quest for the development of a better human and a better society in turn. This involves a complete regimen that leads to a healthy mother and a healthy baby.
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‘Shreyas’ literally means welfare or praiseworthy. Child birth is not merely procreation but it is a quest for the development of a better human and a better society in turn. This involves a complete regimen that leads to a healthy mother and a healthy baby.
    
== Garbha (The concept of fetus according to Ayurveda) ==
 
== Garbha (The concept of fetus according to Ayurveda) ==
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== Suprajanana Hetu ==
 
== Suprajanana Hetu ==
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The purpose of garbhasanskara, commonly described as “Garbhini paricharya” is as follows:
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The purpose of garbhasanskara, commonly described as “Garbhini paricharya” is as follows
  ‘’ tasyam anupaghatay paripurnatvay sukhaprasavay ch” (A. sangraha Sharir teeka)
   
* Anupaghata – A regimen that prevents miscarriages and ensures a  full term pregnancy
 
* Anupaghata – A regimen that prevents miscarriages and ensures a  full term pregnancy
 
* Paripoornatvay- A regimen that ensures complete optimum physical  growth & mental development of the foetus
 
* Paripoornatvay- A regimen that ensures complete optimum physical  growth & mental development of the foetus
 
* Sukhaprasavay- A regimen that facilitates the labour  
 
* Sukhaprasavay- A regimen that facilitates the labour  
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The principle of Garbhasanskara is
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‘’ tasyam anupaghatay paripurnatvay sukhaprasavay ch” (A. sangraha Sharir teeka)
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== The principle of Garbhasanskara ==
 
“ Garbhasaman yogakshema hi…. (A.Sangraha sha 2/58 )
 
“ Garbhasaman yogakshema hi…. (A.Sangraha sha 2/58 )
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The regimen is designed as per the month wise growth and development of the foetus; to maintain the continuous supply of the required raw material for building of the body and to avoid the possible harmful effects on the mother and the baby.  
 
The regimen is designed as per the month wise growth and development of the foetus; to maintain the continuous supply of the required raw material for building of the body and to avoid the possible harmful effects on the mother and the baby.  
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Factors essential for Suprajana-
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== Factors essential for Suprajana- ==
 
   
“ dhruvam chaturnam sannidhyat garbha syat vidhipoorvak:|  
 
“ dhruvam chaturnam sannidhyat garbha syat vidhipoorvak:|  
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1) Rutu- Rutu can be defined as the appropriate time for conception . This is the specific duration of the menstrual cycle when the yoni (cervix) is open and permeable, and allows the entry of shukra . This rutu is of 12 days considering a normal menstrual cycle of 28 to 30 days. “rutustu dwadasharatram bhavati drushtartavaha:|” Su.Sha.3/6
 
1) Rutu- Rutu can be defined as the appropriate time for conception . This is the specific duration of the menstrual cycle when the yoni (cervix) is open and permeable, and allows the entry of shukra . This rutu is of 12 days considering a normal menstrual cycle of 28 to 30 days. “rutustu dwadasharatram bhavati drushtartavaha:|” Su.Sha.3/6
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2) Kshetra- Kshetra means Garbhashaya (the uterus and allied organs).  The concept of Kshetra can involve the whole female body including the reproductive system & the mind; the mind ready for the process of conception & motherhood. The female body, the kshetra, should be free from dosha & ready to accept & sustain the pregnancy. The body detoxification, therefore, is required & can be achieved through Panchakarma therapies like vamana, virechana, basti etc  followed by a stipulated restricted nutritious dietary regimen. The cleansing and strengthening of the garbhashaya and allied organs then can be done using therapies like uttarbasti, pichudharana, yonipooran etc .Mind plays a very important role in the process of conception.
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2) Kshetra- Kshetra means Garbhashaya (the uterus and allied organs).  The concept of Kshetra can involve the whole female body including the reproductive system & the mind; the mind ready for the process of conception & motherhood. The female body, the kshetra, should be free from dosha & ready to accept & sustain the pregnancy. The body detoxification, therefore, is required & can be achieved through Panchakarma therapies like vamana, virechana, basti etc (Cha.Sha.8/4) followed by a stipulated restricted nutritious dietary regimen. The cleansing and strengthening of the garbhashaya and allied organs then can be done using therapies like uttarbasti, pichudharana, yonipooran etc (A.Hri.uttar34/ 26,27 &A.hri. uttar. 34/61) .Mind plays a very important role in the process of conception.
    
“saumanasyam garbhadharananam|”cha.su.25/40
 
“saumanasyam garbhadharananam|”cha.su.25/40
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Balanced, joyful, peaceful mind is required for conception. Also, the thoughts in mind of the female, at the very moment of conception, determine the type of jeev  which is inculcated into the shukra & shonit at garbhashay and results into the Garbha . Counseling, meditation can help for mind preparation.
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Balanced, joyful, peaceful mind is required for conception. Also, the thoughts in mind of the female, at the very moment of conception, determine the type of jeev (Cha.sha.2/25) which is inculcated into the shukra & shonit at garbhashay and results into the Garbha (Cha.sha.4/5). Counseling, meditation can help for mind preparation.
 
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Cha.Sha.8/4
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A.Hri.uttar34/ 26,27 &A.hri. uttar. 34/61
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Cha.sha.2/25
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Cha.sha.4/5
      
3) Ambu- Ambu is the fluid or the juice resulted from the digestion of the food taken by the mother . This serves for the nutrition of the garbha. The quality and quantity of this Rasa, is of utmost importance, as it forms the basic building units of the garbha.  
 
3) Ambu- Ambu is the fluid or the juice resulted from the digestion of the food taken by the mother . This serves for the nutrition of the garbha. The quality and quantity of this Rasa, is of utmost importance, as it forms the basic building units of the garbha.  
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The month wise regimen is as follows:
 
The month wise regimen is as follows:
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|1.    When in doubt of conception, non  medicated milk repetitively in desired quantity
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2.    Congenial diet twice daily
 
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1 1. When in doubt of conception, non medicated milk repetitively in desired quantity
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2. Congenial diet twice daily
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3. Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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2 1. Milk processed with Madhur medicines
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2. Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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3 1. Milk combines with Honey & ghee
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2. Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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4 1. Milk and butter (20 gm)
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2. Cooked shashtik rice with curd
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3. Pleasant favorite food along with milk, butter, Jangal mansa
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5 1. Milk & ghee
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3.    Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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2.    Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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2.    Madhur, sheet & drava diet
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6 1. Milk & ghee processed with Madhur Medicines
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2.    Cooked shashtik rice with curd
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2. Ghee or Yavagu processed with Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)
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3.    Pleasant favorite food along with milk,  butter, mansa rasa
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7 1. Milk & ghee processed with Madhur Medicines
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2.    Cooked shashtik rice with milk
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2.    Vaginal tampon (Pichu) of this oil should be used
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3. Snigdha yavagu, Jangal mansa rasa
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3.    Snigdha yavagu,  mansa rasa
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== Garbhopaghatakar bhava (Factors likely to be harmful to the foetus)- ==
 
== Garbhopaghatakar bhava (Factors likely to be harmful to the foetus)- ==
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