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Garbh Sanskar

What is Garbh Sanskar

Garbh Sanskar is one of the 16 sanskars prescribed for human beings. This is very important. It is highly beneficial for physical development, for the development of the brain of the fetus. If Garbh Sanskar is described in fewer words, then it means educating the child from the time of conception.

Many religious rites have been told to make the child educated and healthy in every way right from the time of pregnancy. Following them is called Garbh Sanskar.

Since ancient times, there has been a lot of importance of Garbh Sanskar in society. The latest research and modern medical science have started recognsiing the importance of Garbh Sanskar.

Ayurvedic Garbha Sanskar

The Garbh Sanskar may be slightly different according to religious beliefs and according to the beliefs of Ayurveda. The work of both is the same, but the base can vary.

When talking about Ayurvedic Garbh Sanskar inside Ayurveda, it is connected to health. According to this, the woman has to restrain her life in this way, to contribute to the mental and physical development of the baby. A lot has been written in the ancient scriptures about Garbh Sanskar. 

Ayurveda has also been included inside it. A healthy diet, regular exercise, positive thoughts, and mutual understanding are its major components.

Mythological significance of Garbh Sanskar

In the Indian Hindu culture, Garbh Sanskar has an important place. In the Mahabharata, Arjuna's son Abhimanyu received the teaching of Chakravyu from the womb of the mother. It is also seen as a Garbh Sanskar.

A monk like Prahlad was born to the demon king, which is also seen as the outcome of divine education through Garbh Sanskar.

Benefits of Garbh Sanskar

Ther are lot of benefits of Garbh Sanskar. The bonding between a fetus and mother begins with the development of the baby's brain. And the uterus baby starts learning from the mother.

The health of the mother has a great impact on the unborn baby. The positive thinking and very good mood of the woman benefits the woman's body as well as the fetus.

It has a positive effect on the development of the baby. For example, melodious tunes of veena, flute etc. are beneficial for the child. It accelerates the child's brain and character development and has a positive effect on the mind.

Other benefits include baby sleeping well and responding better during breastfeeding.

What to keep in mind during Garbh Sanskar

The things to keep in mind during Garbh Sanskar

  • As much as the mother is happy and positive during the pregnancy, it is good for the baby.
  • Garbh Sanskar's practice helps a lot in creating a conducive environment for the full development of the fetus.
  • The practice of Garbh Sanskar also keeps the mother physically and mentally healthy
  • Certain activities taken up as part of Garbh Sanskar include the following.
    • Listen to soft music, especially the melody of the flute, Veena, etc.,
    • Meditation and yoga during pregnancy.
    • Positive thinking and being stress free.
    • Focus on creative work.
    • Talk meaningful things to the fetus.
    • Pay special attention to the food that is consumed.
    • Remain physically active.

Last Modified : 12/29/2023



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