HELLO TEJASWII,
Post delivery emotional storms can feel overwhelming- especially when anxiety, OCD- like thoughts, and low mood are all tangled together. You’ve already noticed how different treatments affect you, which shows you’re paying close attention to your body. That matter a lot
From an Ayurvedic angle, the postpartum period is considered a very delicate time for vata balance (the energy governing the nervous system, mind, and movement). When vata is aggravated, symptoms like racing thoughts, fear, restlessness and insomnia often show up. Management usually weaves together herbs, diet, daily routine, and calming practices.
INTERNALY
-BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals- supports memory and studies racing thoughts
-ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 500 mg cap twice daily with warm milk =grounding, strengthens nerves, reduces stress
-SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP= 2 tsp at night- often used for anxiety, sleep troubles, and overthinknig
-JATAMANSI CHURNA= 1 tsp at night =deeply calming for nervous agitations
LIFESTYLE AND DIET -warm, freshly cooked, easy-to-digest foods -khichdi, soups, warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg or turmeric -regular oil massage with warm sesame or medicated oil- helps pacify vata and calm the nervous system -gentle breathing practices like nadi sodhaana or bhramari -adequate rest- your nervous system heals best when you’re not depleted.
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 Saraswathi aristha 4 tsp -0 - 4 tsp with equal quantity of water Do meditation daily
I’m sorry to hear that you are suffering with OCD and depression
1. Ayurvedic Understanding of OCD and Depression:
OCD: In Ayurveda, OCD-like symptoms are often correlated with conditions such as “Unmada” (psychosis) and “Atattvabhinivesha,” which means a stubborn adherence to non-existent things or a distortion of thinking and reasoning. It is often associated with an aggravation of “Prana Vata” (a subtype of Vata dosha) and a blockage of “Manovaha Srotas” (the channels of the mind). The imbalance of Vata is believed to cause uncontrolled thought patterns, while Kapha can lead to repetitive behaviors and mental dullness.
Depression: Ayurveda attributes depression to an imbalance of the doshas, particularly an increase in Kapha dosha. This can lead to feelings of heaviness, darkness, and a lack of motivation. A lack of self-awareness and poor diet and lifestyle choices are also considered contributing factors.
2. Ayurvedic Treatment Approach: Ayurvedic treatment for mental health conditions is holistic and typically involves a combination of therapies aimed at restoring balance. The approach is personalized based on an individual’s unique constitution (Prakriti) and the nature of their imbalance. The main components of a treatment plan may include:
Herbal Remedies (Shaman Chikitsa): Several herbs are traditionally used in Ayurveda to support mental health. These are often used in the form of powders, oils, or tablets. Some of the most commonly mentioned herbs include:
Ashwagandha: A powerful adaptogen believed to help the body manage stress, reduce anxiety, and promote restful sleep .
Brahmi: Renowned for its ability to enhance cognitive function, calm the mind, and reduce mental fatigue.
Jatamansi: Known for its grounding and calming effects, it is used to stabilize emotions and promote sleep.
Shankhpushpi: Used to reduce mental stress, enhance memory, and promote a sense of tranquility.
Sarpagandha: Used to calm the central nervous system and regulate blood pressure.
Panchakarma (Detoxification Therapies):
These are a set of cleansing and rejuvenating therapies designed to remove toxins from the body and restore doshic balance. Therapies that may be used for mental health include:
Shirodhara: A soothing therapy where a continuous stream of warm oil is poured over the forehead to calm the mind and reduce stress.
Nasya: Administration of herbal oils through the nasal passages to clear mental fog and improve clarity.
Abhyanga: A full-body massage with warm herbal oils to calm the nervous system and reduce stress.
Lifestyle and Diet Modifications (Achara Rasayana):
Diet: This often involves avoiding processed foods, cold drinks, and heavy, oily foods, and focusing on fresh, wholesome meals.
Daily Routine (Dinacharya): Establishing a consistent daily routine, including waking up early, regular mealtimes, and getting adequate sleep, is considered vital for mental and physical well-being.
Yoga and Meditation: Practices like yoga, pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation are highly recommended to discipline the mind, regulate emotions, and reduce stress
Hello, Can you please answer the following questions as it will help to address the issues more effectively- 1. Total duration of your symptoms? 2. Is your baby one month old and are you breast feeding? 3. How is your sleep quality?
Take care, Kind regards.
Hello Thejaswi,
Thank you for sharing your journey so honestly. Your case of post-delivery depression, anxiety, OCD with negative thinking (1 year on allopathy, later homeopathy, still persistent) indicates Prasava-janya vata prakopa (postnatal Vata aggravation), Mano-dosha imbalance (rajas–tamas dominance), and depleted Ojas (mental strength & stability). The approach will focus on Vata shamana (calming), Medhya rasayana (herbs for mind), Satvavajaya chikitsa (mental strength therapy), and lifestyle changes for emotional balance.
🔎 Why this happens after delivery - Childbirth weakens ojas & dhatus. - Sudden hormonal shifts cause mood fluctuations. - Lack of rest, disturbed sleep, emotional stress → worsen anxiety & OCD.
💊 Ayurvedic Internal Medicines (Safe, Mind-Calming Herbs)
1. Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) – 1 capsule/tablet twice daily (improves memory, reduces anxiety). 2. Ashwagandha – 1 tsp churna with warm milk at night (reduces stress, balances Vata, improves sleep). 3. Shankhpushpi syrup/churna – 2 tsp at bedtime (calms overthinking, helps OCD-like thoughts). 4. Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) or Jatamansi – 1 capsule at night (deep sleep & anxiety relief).
(Take for 4 -8 weeks, then reassess.) 🍀 External Therapies (Very Effective in Postnatal Anxiety/Depression) 1. Shirodhara (oil pouring on forehead) – with Brahmi taila / Ksheerabala taila – deeply calming for OCD & anxiety. 2. Abhyanga (self-oil massage) – with warm sesame oil before bath, 2–3 times/week. 3. Nasya therapy (Anu taila or Brahmi ghee) – 2 drops in each nostril daily morning (calms mind, balances vata).
🥗 Diet & Lifestyle Tips ❌ Avoid: - Excess coffee, tea, junk food (increase rajas, anxiety). - Cold, stale, refrigerated foods (increase vata). - Overuse of phone/social media late night. ✅ Include: - Warm, freshly cooked meals – kichdi, vegetable soups, ghee, milk. - Almonds (soaked), dates, figs – nourish ojas. - Herbal teas: Brahmi–Tulsi or Ashwagandha–Licorice. - Bedtime: warm turmeric milk with 1 tsp ghee. 🧘🏻♀️ Yoga & Pranayama (Mind-Calming) 1. Yoga asanas: Balasana (child pose), Viparita Karani, Shavasana (deep relaxation). 2. Pranayama: Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing), Bhramari (humming bee breath) – 10 min morning & night. 3. Daily meditation / chanting (Gayatri or simple Om chanting) – improves satva guna & clears negative thinking.
📌 Follow up Relief from anxiety & negative thoughts may begin in 3–4 weeks. OCD patterns reduce with consistent herbs + yoga + therapy over 3–6 months. If symptoms are intense (panic, intrusive thoughts, sleeplessness), combine with counselling/therapy for faster healing.
✨ With proper mind-calming herbs (Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Shankhpushpi), daily routine, and supportive therapies, you can regain inner balance and joy. Post-delivery emotional health is fully reversible with care and patience. 🌷
With kind regards, Dr. Sumi
HELLO THEJASWI,
After delivery, a woman’s body and mind go through major changes. -In Ayurveda, Vata dosha increases after childbirth- this causes restlessness, worry, insomnia, fear, and racing thoughts -beacuse of loss of strength, blood, and Ojas (vital energy) during pregnancy and delivery, the mind becomes weak and easily disturbed -negative thinking and OCD are due to an imbalance in manovaha srotas (mind channels), aggravated vata, and sometimes high pitta (irritability, anger, overthinking) -This is commonly called postpartum depression and anxiety in modern medicines
SO THE GOAL IS TO -Calm vata-> reduce overthinking and restlessness -Nourish Ojas and mind-> improve strength, memory, confidence, and positivity -Stabilize emotions-> reduce fear, obsession, and mood swings -Restore balance-> through diet, medicines, yoga, and lifestyle
TREATMENT GOALS -immediate relief= reduce anxiety, improve sleep, stop racing thoughts -medium term= nourish nerves, balance hormones, improve mood -long term= strengthen mind, prevent recurrence, improve confidence and emotional stability
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) BRAHMI VATI (with gold)= 1 tab twice daily with milk for 3 months =improves concentration, calms mind, reduces OCD thoughts
2) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily for 3 months =reduces stress, nourishes nervous system, improves sleep
3) MANASMITRA VATAKAM= 2 tabs at night with milk for 3 months =specifically for anxiety, OCD, depression
4) JATAMANSI CHURNA= 3 gm at night with warm water or 3 months =natural tranqulizer, reduces anxiety, good sleep
5) SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP= 15ml at night for 3months =reduces stress, improves mood
6) GUDUCHI CAPSULES= 500 mg cap once daily for 3 months =boosts immunity, balances mind and body
EXTERNALL THERAPY
1) OIL MASSAGE= with warm sesame oil daily =relaxes nervous system followed by warm water bath
2) NASYA= instill 2 drops of brahmi ghee in each nostril daily =improves brain function and calms mind
YOGA AND PRANAYAM
YOGA ASANAS -sukhasana -balasana -setubandhasana -viparita karani Avoid heavy strenuous yoga
PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana=balances both brain hemisphere -Bhramari= calming for OCD and anxiety -Sheetali= if tooo much heat
MEDITATION -chanting Om or listening to calming mantras daily for 10-15 min
DIET AND LIFESTYLE -warm, freshly, easily digestible food -cow’s milk with little nutmeg or ghee at night -green gram, rice, wheat ,ghee almonds soaked , peeled -Fruits= apple, grapes, pomegranate, banana -Herbal teas= brahmi tea, chamomile
AVOID -excess coffee, tea, spicy fried foods -processed junk food, cold drinks -staying awake late at night -overuse of mobile/TV/news that increase negativity
HOME REMEDIES -Nutmeg mil= 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder in warm milk at bedtime-> induces sleep -Brahmi tea= boil fresh brahmi leaves in water take once daily -Warm ghee in nose 2 drops in each nostril at night-> calms vata, improves sleep -Til sesame oil massage on scalp and feet before sleep
-your condition is not your fault- it is a natural imbalance after delivery, common in many women -Ayurveda offers a holistic approach- calming vata, nourishing the mind, and slowly rebuilding strength -Internal medication + external therapies +yoga + proper yoga = steady improvement -But remember= this is gradual healing 2-3 months, patience and consistency are key
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
HELLO THEJASWI, YOU MIGHT BE SUFFERING FROM POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION. DON’T WORRY, HERE IS THE TREATMENT PLAN FOR YOU.
1. Ashwagandharistha+ Saraswatarishtha - 2tsp each with 4tsp water twice a day after meal 2.Brahmi vati 2-0-2 after meals .
Diet- Adequate amount of water. Drinks to be consumed Homemade vegetable juices, coconut water, Herbal tea, Fruits juices, Amla juice, Red juice, Pumpkin Juice, Green juice.
Drinks to be avoided- .All Carbonated drinks, Energy drinks. .Beverages that contain tannic acid, Alcohol. .Eat walnut, cashew, soaked and peeled almonds. .Eat seasonal vegetables and fruits. Yoga- Anulom vilom, bhastrika, tratak,ujjayi Lifestyle modifications - .Take atleast 7 hours of sound sleep. .Stress management -Through meditation, walking, journaling, gardening. . Write a gratitude journal. . Watch spiritual and inspirational content. . Speak out positive affirmations. Don’t worry , follow these and you will definitely get relief. Don’t hesitate to reach out for any further query. Would like to hear your improvement in the review. Take care Regards, Dr. Anupriya
1.Ashwagandha capsules 2 cap twice daily with milk 2.Brahmi Tablets 2 tab at bed time with milk 3.Kalayanaka ghrita 1 tsp twice daily with milk 4.Ksheer bala oil( nasya)-2 drops in each nostril once daily
Practice Brahmari pranayam, anulom vilom Music therapy Mantra chanting meditation for 15-20 min every morning
NO NEED TO WORRY DEAR,
You’ll definitely get relief 😌
Start taking these medications, 1.Saraswatarishta 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 2.Manasmitragullika 1-1-1 3.Brahmi cap.1-0-1 4.kbir Sukoon tab.1-1-1
*Daily Massage your full body with KSHEERBALA TAILAM. *Massage your scalp with BRAHMI OIL.
Follow up after 1 month.
If you have any doubt, feel free to ask.
Take care😊
Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj.
*Daily put 2 drops of Anu tailam into your nostrils and after that you will feel that oil into your throat so spit that after gargling with lukewarm water +saindhav lavana. *Include Meditation in your daily routine.
TAKE CARE😊
Hi tejaswini This is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…no need to worry maa…
Be calm and cool no need to take too much tension about anything…be happy…
You are only person who can control your mind and body…
Rx-Manasamitra vati 1-0-1after food T sumanas 1-0-1 after food… But no medicine will give you happiness …bcz happiness is best medicine… Be happy maaa
Start with Manasmitra vatikam 1-0-1 after food with water Syrup Mentat -DS 10ml twice daily after food with water Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice Learn Rajyoga meditation and practice daily.
Don’t worry take shnaka pushpi syrup 20ml bd , Brahmi vati 1tab bd enough
In Ayurveda, postpartum depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with negative thinking, can be understood as imbalances in the Vata dosha, generally aggravated during and after childbirth due to the significant physical and mental stress on the body. Here are some Ayurvedic recommendations to help manage your condition.
Ashwagandha is highly regarded for its mind-calming effects and can help reduce anxiety and stress. Consider taking a half teaspoon of Ashwagandha powder mixed in warm milk once a day. It’s beneficial to take it before bed to help with relaxation and sleep quality.
Brahmi is another superb herb recognized for enhancing mental functions, improving concentration, and developing a calm and alert mind. A teaspoon of Brahmi juice early in the morning on an empty stomach may aid in addressing negative thoughts and anxiety-driven patterns.
With your dietary intake, ensure you’re consuming warm, easily digestible foods that pacify Vata energies like soups, stews, and warm grains. Favor foods like cooked vegetables, ghee, milk, and nuts which foster mental stability and physical nourishment.
Routine practices such as Abhyanga (self-massage with warm sesame oil) conducted daily can ground Vata and soothe mental tension. Gentle massages enhance circulation, assist in detoxification, and bring about calmness.
Yoga and meditation can provide robust support, offering a structured breathing pattern that stabilizes the mind. Practices such as Shavasana and Pranayama can be great contributors to reducing anxiety levels and promoting mental peace.
Additionally, ensure you’re having a well-estabilished daily routine as regularity can, benefit greatly in grounding Vata. Aim for consistent wake and sleep times, and make time for adequate rest.
If persistent symptoms continue impact your daily life significantly, it is important to consult with an Ayurvedic physician alongside any alternate therapy you might be exploring. Immediate professional guidance may be necessary to fine-tune personal treatment for your condition.
Medha vati Brahmi vati- 1 tablet twice daily after food with warm milk at night Saraswathi aristha-4 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily after food
In Siddha-Ayurvedic terms, your symptoms can be indicative of an imbalance in the Vata dosha, which might be heightened post-delivery due to the physical and mental stress of childbirth. Vata is responsible for movement and flow in the body and mind, and when it is disturbed, it can lead to anxiety and negative thinking.
To help restore balance, certain herbs might be beneficial. Consider incorporating Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), as it is known for its adaptogenic properties, which can promote relaxation and reduce anxiety. You can take Ashwagandha as a powder or tablet. If using a powder, mix about half a teaspoon with warm milk and honey and preferably take it in the evening.
Another herb that might be helpful is Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). It is known to rejuvenate the nervous system and improve cognitive function. You can take Brahmi in powder or tablet form as well. Consider taking it in the morning with warm water.
You might also benefit from practicing Abhyanga, which is a daily self-massage using warm sesame oil. This practice can calm Vata energy and help soothe the nervous system. Do this ideally in the morning before your bath or shower.
Focus on grounding foods that are warm, moist, and nourishing, like soups or stews, to help stabilize Vata. Avoid cold or raw foods, as they can aggravate your condition.
Incorporate gentle, restorative yoga or pranayama (breathing techniques) into your daily routine, as these practices can help calm the mind and reduce anxiety.
If symptoms persist or worsen, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional who can provide necessary support, as postpartum conditions can sometimes require more comprehensive care.
