Mothering the mother is the core philosophy of Vedic maternal care.  The new mother is recommended to have 40 days of abhyanga massages consecutively from the day the baby is born.  This may be unachievable for most people, however even one session of this deeply nurturing, soothing and calming body therapy can aid the mother in this vital time of healing.  Recovering from childbirth, the mother’s nervous system is in an equally fragile state as her baby.  Considering this, Ayurvedic wisdom encourages the mother to treat her surroundings the same way she would to baby’s - no loud noises, general softness, no bright lights, harsh sunlight, temperatures, no inflammatory foods...

Lucy is an ayurvedic practitioner at Amalfi Bodyteca and is dedicated to bringing the wisdom of the elements to all curious hearts. Lucy graduated from the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico USA, where under the guidance of Dr. Vasant Lad found her place in the healing art of ayurveda.   Focussing on women’s health and maternal care, through touch and tenderness Lucy delivers the medicine of this ancient science with warm and loving hands. 

The purpose of the abhyanga postpartum massage is to cocoon the mother in this calmness and therefore aid her healing.  Hormonal rebalancing, muscular realignment, organ health, energy, stimulating breastfeeding…

Mothering the mother 

An act of love

A tonic for the body mind and spirit

The Sanskrit word Sneha can be translated as both “oil” and “love.” It is believed that the effects of Abhyanga are similar to those received when one is saturated with love. Like the experience of being loved, Abhyanga can give a deep feeling of stability and warmth.

Lucy is an ayurvedic practitioner dedicated to bringing the wisdom of the elements to all curious hearts. Lucy graduated from the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico USA, where under the guidance of Dr. Vasant Lad found her place in the healing art of ayurveda.   Focussing on women’s health and maternal care, through touch and tenderness Lucy delivers the medicine of this ancient science with warm and loving hands. 

Benefits of Abhyanga in the postpartum period

A gentle massage for new mothers curated specifically to help soothe the discomforts a woman feels after birth.
Assist in repairing of tissues and muscles after pregnancy and childbirth
Relieve aches and pains
Strengthens the body and mind
Prevents dry, itch skin
Aids in relaxation and feelings of support
Soothes tension in body, particularly in areas that are impacted from carrying baby
Increases circulation to help prevent swelling

“Every day should be a ritual which ensures a total five sense immersion of health and well-being for the mind, the body and the spirit as a mother recovers her body after making and giving life.”