Though every human initiate life as single celled; still it possesses the traits of two- mother and father. Ayurveda stands firm on principles states that every product of conception is composed of Shadgarbhakara bhava that lay both anatomical and psychological genesis. Ayurveda states that the Matrija Bhava not only provides shelter and nutrition to the offspring but also forms soft organs of the fetus. Intra-uterine environment is a delicate phase for both mother and offspring. Actions of and around pregnant female can affect the offspring positively or negatively. These actions may be dietary, recreational, emotional etc. This is well versed without much advanced technologies the ancient scientists elaborated various methods to beget the healthy progeny. This lays emphasis on importance of Pre-Natal, Ante-Natal and Post-Natal Care for combating the teratogenetic effect and hence producing the best and fittest possible generation forward.
Key words: Shadgarbhakara bhava, Ayurveda, Intrauterine environment, Epigenetics
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