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== Factors essential for Suprajana- ==

== Factors essential for Suprajana- ==

The doctrine of Ayurveda states that, Suprajanan takes place only when the 4 key factors namely Rtu (Apropriate time for conception), Kshetra (Site for conception and implantation), Ambu (Nourishing fluid for fetal growth) and Beeja (which could be roughly correlated with Sperm and Ova which are the seeds for fertilization) are at their best possible state. When all these 4 factors are appropriate they create conducive environment for conception and new birth.     

The doctrine of Ayurveda states that, Suprajananam takes place only when the 4 key factors namely Rtu (Appropriate phase of menstrual cycle of a woman for conception), Kshetra (Site for conception and implantation), Ambu (Nourishing fluid for fetal growth) and Beeja (which could be roughly correlated with Sperm and Ova which are the seeds for fertilization) are at their best possible state. When all these 4 factors are appropriate they create conducive environment for conception and new birth.     

“ dhruvam chaturnam sannidhyat garbha syat vidhipoorvak:|   

“ dhruvam chaturnam sannidhyat garbha syat vidhipoorvak:|   

Rutu kshetrambubeejanam samugrayat ankuro yatha||”

Rutu kshetrambubeejanam samugrayat ankuro yatha||” Su. Sha. 2/33

Su. Sha. 2/33

Alike potent seed sown in the fertile soil during good climatic conditions & irrigated properly results into a sapling, abovementioned 4 factors Rutu (fertile period), Kshetra (the reproductive system), Ambu (nutrition) & beeja (Sperm & ovum) aid in suprajananam.

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

Rtu can be defined as the appropriate time for conception. This is the specific duration of the menstrual cycle when the female reproductive system is capable of accepting the male seed and allowing the union of male and female seeds naturally. Not every phase of menstrual cycle shows this capacity thus this period is important factor for conception.

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.

Kshetra

 

In this context, Kshetra means Garbhashaya (the uterus and allied organs). The concept of Kshetra involves the entire female body including the reproductive system & the mind. Not just the physical body but the mind of conceiving mother should be ready for the process of conception & motherhood in order to support and develop the new life in her womb, which would be dependent on her to great extent. Thus, Ayurveda believes in preparing the body and mind of future mother by purifying the unwanted doshas and enhancing the strength and health of mother. To achieve this, Suprajanana thus involves various Panchakarma procedures for detoxification og body, use of various herbs to pacify disturbed harmony of doshas of body & mind. Stipulated diet and lifestyle modifications help to enhance the quality of fluid tha twill nourish the fetus when in womb. Panchakarma therapies like vamana, virechana, basti etc (Cha.Sha.8/4) uttarbasti, pichudharana, yonipooran etc (A.Hri.uttar34/ 26,27 &A.hri. uttar. 34/61) are empluyed according to the needs.  

 

Ayurveda emphasises role of state of Mind in the process of conception by mentioning that, balanced, joyful, peaceful mind is required for conception and it is the chief factor in the process of conception. Thus, now-a-days, major stress is given on balancing the mental status of the mother before and during pregnancy and various measures to maintain sound mental status are employed in the regimen of Suprajananam.  

“saumanasyam garbhadharananam|”cha.su.25/40

“saumanasyam garbhadharananam|”cha.su.25/40

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.

Counseling, meditation can help for mind preparation. 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).  

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.

Ambu

4) Beeja- Beej is defined as the entity which gives origin to a new life similar to itself . The beeja therefore, is responsible for inheritance of maternal & paternal attributes. Beeja here refers to streebeej i.e. Artav & purushabeej i.e. Shukra. The purity of shukra and artav should be considered important.

 

Beeja

 

Beej is defined as the entity which gives origin to a new life similar to itself . The beeja therefore, is responsible for inheritance of maternal & paternal attributes. Beeja here refers to streebeej i.e. Artav & purushabeej i.e. Shukra. The purity of shukra and artav should be considered important.

The detoxification of Male body is also considered important prior to conception to ensure complete health of the male partner & purity of shukra.

The detoxification of Male body is also considered important prior to conception to ensure complete health of the male partner & purity of shukra.

== Garbhini pricharya (The monthly regiment for a pregnant lady) ==

== Garbhini pricharya (The monthly regiment for a pregnant lady) ==

The regimen has to be observed from the very point of doubt of conception . The specific month wise regimen has to be followed till the time of delivery. (Cha.Sha.8/32)The regimen is designed as per the month wise growth and development of the garbha 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 has to be observed from the very point of doubt of conception. The specific month wise regimen has to be followed till the time of delivery. (Cha.Sha.8/32) The regimen is designed as per the month wise growth and development of the garbha 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.   

This month wise regimen is described in classical Ayurveda samhitas. Today's Vaidyas design monthly customized regimens based on these classical guidelines for those couples who are willing for Suprajananam. The herbs, foods and lifestyle modifications suggested under this are to be followed under strict medical supervision of Vaidyas.

This month wise regimen is described in classical Ayurveda samhitas. Today's Vaidyas design monthly customized regimens based on these classical guidelines for those couples who are willing for Suprajananam. The herbs, foods and lifestyle modifications suggested under this are to be followed under strict medical supervision of Vaidyas.

== Garbhopaghatakar bhava (Factors likely to be harmful to the foetus)- ==

== Garbhopaghatakar bhava (Factors likely to be harmful to the foetus)- ==

the following things should be avoided by a pregnant lady:  

Ancient Ayurveda acharyas have listed some lifestyle events, activities and factors from which the pregnant lady has to be protected to ensure proper mental & physical growth of the Garbha. These are called Garbhopaghatakara bhavas (Garbha-fetus, upaghatakara-harmful, bhavas-factors). The following things should be avoided by a pregnant lady:  

# Strenuous Exercise

# Strenuous Exercise

# Emaciation

# Emaciation

# Exposure to undesired, harmful sounds and sights

# Exposure to undesired, harmful sounds and sights

# Excessive guru, ushna, teekshna, rooksha food

# Excessive guru, ushna, teekshna, rooksha food

The pregnant lady has to be protected from the above mentioned factors to ensure proper mental & physical growth of the Garbha. Since the welfare (Yogakshema) & contraindications of the mother & the garbha are identical, the pregnant lady should use desired congenial diet & stipulated daily regimen, & should avoid factors which may harm garbha .  (A.Sangraha Sha.2/58)

Since the welfare (Yogakshema) & contraindications of the mother & the garbha are identical, the pregnant lady should use desired congenial diet & stipulated daily regimen & should avoid factors which may harm garbha .  (A.Sangraha Sha.2/58)

 

== References ==

== References ==