Carrying a baby in the womb for the nine months of pregnancy imposes physical and mental demands on the mother. Even after childbirth, the mother has to channelize all her energy into nurturing and caring for her baby at times without getting much sleep. This might take a toll on the mother’s health. Ayurveda can support the mother in her journey from pregnancy to motherhood.

The first three months after delivery the mother’s body tries to come back to its normal state. The Uterus shrinks back to normal position & the ligaments, muscles, and tendons related to the Uterus start gaining back the lost power. Ayurveda becomes very important for reducing physical and mental stress after childbirth.


Ayurvedic oil massages are the best treatments in postnatal care in which Abhyanga or oil massage plays the most vital part. It helps the mother’s body to recover faster and in a healthier way. Ayur Healthcare, the best center for Ayurveda in Sydney brings to you an insight into the importance of Ayurvedic postnatal massage.

Ayurvedic postnatal massage provides relaxation
Postnatal Ayurvedic massage has been found to relax the whole body. It helps to recover from the huge stress and strain during childbirth and also overcome sleeplessness. It also flushes out the stress-causing toxins from the body and ensures good sleep which is very much needed for the new mom.

Postnatal massage increases Blood Circulation

New moms may have anxiety and other health issues caused by poor blood circulation. A good massage will energize the oxygen and blood circulation in the body.

Boosts production of Breastmilk

Postnatal massage helps in releasing Oxytocin hormones that induce breast milk production. The massage also increases the lactation hormone known as prolactin that helps the body to regain its shape and size.

Removes Stretch Marks

Postnatal massage with Ayurvedic oils like “Nalapamaraadi ” or Almond oil will lighten stretch marks associated with childbirth.

Aids in reducing weight

Regular ayurvedic massages are helpful to tone the whole body & reduce the excess weight put on during pregnancy by new moms.

Controls Stress Hormones

Postnatal massages help to regulate the Cortisol stress hormones thereby keeping the new mom happy and relaxed.

The few recommended oils for postnatal massage are Mustard Oil, Sesame Oil, Coconut Oil, Almond Oil, Dhanwantharam thailam, Bala thailam, or Pinda thailam & Nalpamaradi.

Postnatal massage followed by a session of steam boosts the results of the massage and is traditionally considered an essential part of postnatal care.

Ayush Healthcare provides postnatal massage Ayurveda treatments in Sydney for new moms. Contact us to know more.

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