C-Section - #18466

I recently heard about C-section (Cesarean section) delivery, and I want to understand what it involves, its effects on the body, and whether Ayurveda offers natural ways to support recovery and healing after surgery. From what I read, a C-section is a surgical procedure in which a baby is delivered through an incision in the mother's abdomen and uterus. It is performed when vaginal delivery is risky due to complications such as fetal distress, breech position, or maternal health conditions. While a C-section can be life-saving, it also comes with a longer recovery period, post-surgical pain, and potential digestive or hormonal imbalances. I do not have an upcoming C-section, but I know women who have experienced slow recovery, weak digestion, or back pain after surgery—could these be signs of post-surgical imbalances that Ayurveda can help address? Does Ayurveda classify C-section recovery as a Vata imbalance, and what are the best natural ways to promote healing, reduce pain, and restore strength after delivery? Additionally, I want to know whether diet and postnatal care practices play a role in C-section recovery. Many women consume cold or processed foods postpartum, and I have read that poor diet and lack of proper rest can lead to slow healing and long-term weakness—could traditional postpartum Ayurvedic care help in faster recovery and strengthening the body after a C-section? Does Ayurveda recommend specific herbs, postpartum massages, or dietary guidelines to support uterine healing and lactation? I have read that Dashmool, Ashwagandha, and Bala are beneficial for postpartum recovery, energy restoration, and muscle healing—would these help in naturally supporting the body after a C-section? Are there any Ayurvedic oil massages, herbal tonics, or postnatal rituals that can help in reducing pain, improving digestion, and strengthening the abdominal muscles? Since I prefer natural postnatal recovery methods, I am looking for Ayurvedic treatments that can help in faster healing, pain reduction, and hormone balance after a C-section naturally. Please provide detailed Ayurvedic insights on C-section recovery, its challenges, and Ayurvedic approaches to postnatal care.