Ayurveda and Pregnancy

The workshop is fully accredited by the CMA (Complementary Medical Association) and successful completion will lead to the award of an Ayurveda Pura Academy Certificate in Ayurveda and Pregnancy. The workshop qualifies for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.

Course Content:

• Introduction to principles of Ayurveda
• Explanation of the 3 Doshas or body types and their characteristics
• Determining ones Dosha type.
• Effects of the three Doshas in pregnancy
• Concept of pregnancy in Ayurveda
• Better understanding of pregnancy through Ayurveda
• Phases of pregnancy according to Ayurveda
• Diet and lifestyle to follow in pregnancy
• Massage for pregnant women
• Foods and herbs to avoid for a healthy pregnancy
• Preparing for labour
• Home remedies for common ailments in pregnancy