Postpartum massage for mothers

Oil massage known as Abhyanga in ayurvedic terminology works as a panacea for all aches and pains and so does with those post partum too. It is a technique in which oil is applied all over the body and massaged with or without applying pressure depending on various medical conditions of a new mother also known as massage after delivery . It is really relaxing and soothing practice of post natal care to a new mother .

Benefits of post natal massage:

1. Improves blood circulation

2. Soothing and relaxing

3. Help in relieving aches and pains

4. Reduces the muscle tension

5. Improves lactation

6. Reduce stretch marks

7. Help to remove skin tans

8. Increases the flexibility

9. Induce good sleep

Various oils are used for post partum massage including Dhanwantaram tailam, Nalpamaradi taila, Lakshadi taila, Bala aswagandhadi taila, Mahanarayana taila, Karpooradi taila etc

Dhanavantram oil:

is attributed with vata samana property so that it helps to relieve aches and pains undergone during pregnancy and blood circulation improves.

Nalpamaradi Tailam:

used for post partum massage contains ingredients like turmeric and sandalwood that helps to relieve any minor skin conditions, to improve fairness and skin complexion. It also helps in lightening the discolorations and tans present in the body.