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Welcome to iMumz channel! In this video, I'll be discussing India's postpartum traditions and the importance of the postpartum period for both mothers and babies. This confinement period, lasting about 40 days, is a time for mothers to recuperate, establish breastfeeding, and adjust to their new role. Traditional practices during this period include hot oil massages with oils like mustard, coconut, or sesame, as well as herbal drinks to improve immunity and milk supply. Other rituals include warm baths with neem leaves, belly binding for support, and covering the head to preserve body heat. There are also restrictions on household work, avoiding stress, and getting plenty of rest. By following these practices, mothers can promote their own health and establish a strong bond with their newborns. Take care of yourself, your baby, and cherish this special time. Thank you for watching and namaste!
[0:00] Introduction: Remember to Subscribe and Hit the Bell Icon
[0:07] India's Postpartum Traditions
[0:16] The Importance of the Postpartum Period
[0:38] Establishing the Mother-Child Bond
[0:59] The Confinement Period: A Time for Rest and Recovery
[2:01] Massages and Baths in Postpartum Care
[3:08] Different Oils for Massages in Different Regions
[4:47] The Importance of Warm Water Bathing
[6:00] Belly Binding for Postpartum Recovery
[7:15] Head Covering and its Benefits
[8:06] Restrictions and Recommendations during Confinement
[9:23] Taking Care of the Newborn
[7:50] Rituals and Festivals during Postpartum Period
[8:10] Preventing Postpartum Depression
[9:03] Nourishing and Supporting the Mother
[9:29] Conclusion: Taking Care of Yourself and Your Baby
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remember to subscribe and hit the Bell icon to never miss an update from my Moms India's postpartum traditions hi mommies now that you've delivered it's the postpartum period And this is such an important period in your life and your baby's life in India across cultures the post part of period is given a lot of importance this time is meant for you to recuperate after childbirth and for the mother child born to happen and this is the time when you're breastfeeding that bond is being established postpartum period is the confinement period of about 40 days and this is the time when you are returning back to your normal body functions your hormones are coming back to its normal place and you are still adjusting to the new baby in your laps this confinement period is the time when you really need a lot of care and this is traditionally done by your mother and the other female relatives you are not allowed to do any household work for any strenuous activity basically this is a time when you're pampered with a lot of love and everything is provided you're given a special diet which is specifically tailored to your body's needs postpartum in ayurveda a 5 000 year old Indian healing tradition this period is considered a very sensitive period for the mothers especially for the digestive system and a lot of emphasis is laid on simple digestible food then hot oil massages are given and there is simple herbal drinks are given so that your immunity improves and your milk supply is also good warming massages and baths as we know diet is a very important part of the postpartum care but there is so much more to do at this time according to Indian culture massages are so so important and they are so comforting and so soothing the women are given daily hot oil massages either by a family member or an experienced bossy or die these massages are done with different nurturing oils depending on where you live suppose you're in North India then mustard oil is very good if you're living in South India then coconut oil is a very good option so use the oils which are actually from your area olive oil is also a very good option for the massage sesame oil sesame oil is used for massages in many regions in the country especially in Maharashtra as I said whatever is grown wherever that oil is the best for you sesame oil is believed to controlled stress and blood pressure and it has lots of cooling properties coconut oil coconut oil is one of the most commonly used oils in India it is used for head massage it gives a cool Lake hydrating effect on the body as well when applied on the pregnant woman's belly it reduces the appearance of stretch marks and it works as a natural moisturizer coconut oil smells very pleasant and is absorbed very easily and quickly by the skin olive oil olive oil is increasingly being used in many regions especially in the cities it is good for skin and hair in case of a cesarean section oil massage is done only after the stitches are healed properly but after oil massage hot water is used for bathing hot water is poured on the lower abdomen and the pelvic area sponging is not enough it is very important to take a daily bath warm water that has been boiled with neem leaves are used for bathing for other parts of the body neem leaves are a natural antiseptic lukewarm water can soothe tired and aching muscles commercial soaps are advised not to be used at this time what you can do is use chickpea flour or besan in that add little bit of turmeric powder and little bit of milk cream mix that and use that as a soap for yourself and for your baby belly pointing after bathing the tummy is tied with a cotton saree or cloth It is believed that it helps to push the uterus back and head to keep it in place belly biting also helps to get rid of the stomach gas some of the benefits of belly binding are it promotes healthy posture during breastfeeding gently push the stomach muscles back together and reposition the womb and reduce the stretch marks belly binding is a very very ancient concept but it is not the same as a abdominal belt so this is a better option it obviously supports your abdominal muscles as well and it is more breathable so please use the cotton material to do your belly binding covering of the head pause delivery women in North India are advised to keep their heads covered it is believed that body heat is lost primarily through one's head and that a new mother needs to preserve her body heat to recover covering your head is believed to keep you warm and protect you from infections and even keeps you nice and warm and comfortable there are a lot of restrictions imposed during this confinement period it is also known as the japa period a few restrictions are also advised to the new mom as a part of the North Indian traditions It is believed that following these restrictions helps a mother avoid health problem such as backaches headaches and body pains later on in life avoiding AC or fan is also advised but I will say just keep it comfortable for the baby if you deliver in summers a temperature of 26 degrees is ideal don't keep the AC below that temperature because then your baby can catch cold don't do too much of reading or watching TV because that can also distract you from your baby and even cause headache and all the negative news and everything can give you stress again which can impact the bonding between you and your baby remember this is a very delicate part of your life and your baby's life so no shouting crying or engaging in stressful conversation at least when your baby is around no doing of household work staying in a room till the confinement period ends and sleep when the baby sleeps I feel this is one of the best advices that I gave sleep when the baby sleeps care of the newborn care of the newborn in ayurveda is greatly emphasized the mothers are taught how to give their babies massages daily and are encouraged to breastfeed on demand these first weeks of motherhood are not only important to the mother's health and baby's Health but is a wonderful time to establish a bond and have a beautiful loving relationship as the baby grows every few weeks there is a ritual and festivals performed the shoulders sunskars should be performed according to the baby's growth and what is done accordingly you can get in touch with the Pandit and he will tell you what all needs to be done postpartum depression in India the holistic approach to post a period acts as a prevention to postpartum depression we have so much of support system that postpartum depression was not commonly seen earlier a mother's support system should be nourishing and supportive in such a way that she is able to get all the help and affection he needs in order to heal and recuperate well after birth both physically and emotionally with proper care and guidance a mother would also deepen and gain the mental emotional and spiritual resources needed to carry her through all the demands of family life without feeling depleted so this is a very delicate time you have to eat right whatever you're offered traditionally by your family you have to eat that sometimes those things might not be very delicious but they definitely very nutritious and what is offered to you is best for you so don't be very fussy and follow these Traditions your food your massages and what all advices are given by your elders because that is how a tradition has been carried on for so many centuries so take care of yourself take care of your baby and take care of my next Generation lots of love and blessings to you all thank you and namaste
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