Dear Marigoldbub Moms, Congratulations on embarking on the beautiful journey of motherhood! At Marigoldbub, we understand the significance of nurturing both you and your little one. As you navigate the world of breastfeeding, we're here to share the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda, offering insights and tips to support you on…
As parents, we want the best for our little ones, and that includes choosing the most gentle and sustainable options for their well-being. I was lucky, being raised in India where cloth diapers were the norm; they especially made the difference on my uber sensitive skin. While it seems like…
Rose water is widely used and recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners during pregnancy from everything from skin care to stress relief. Here are some tips on how to use rose water during pregnancy: Soothe morning sickness: Add a few drops of rose water to a glass of water and sip it…
Winter is here, which means your baby needs extra care and attention. Baby skin requires a lot more nourishment during winter, as the temperature drop tends to make the skin dry. Here are some tried tricks that will keep your precious’s skin soft and safe in the old winter. •…
According to Ayurveda, primary driver of eczema is an impaired digestive fire (Agni”), which in turn is caused by unsuitable diet, lifestyle and environmental factors. When the digestive fire is imbalanced, either too high or too low, it causes some food to convert to toxins (“Ama”). These toxins then circulate…
In Ayurveda, an illness can be treated by creating awareness among yourself, maintaining a balance and controlling your mind. Through Meditation, the mind can be freed from all kinds of ill thoughts, and be refreshed. Meditation can look very different depending on the style and individual practicing. But generally, it…
When I was pregnant, I couldn’t get myself to eat meat very often; I find this aversion quite common in pregnant women. I made lentils a key source for my protein and iron intake. In Ayurvedic nutrition legumes (known as pulses) are the edible seeds of leguminous plants. They are…
In Ayurveda, Garbhini-Pandu (anemia in pregnancy) is described as a pregnant woman becoming weak and pale. The major driver of this (mostly temporary) disorder is the increased need for iron during pregnancy driven by the need for nourishment in her own body, building lactation support and growth of the fetus.…
Parenting is an incredible challenge and Ayurveda celebrates parenthood. Giving birth is an immensely important job of continuing the human race. Once the baby is born, all efforts and actions must be in the best interest of the child. Ayurveda has eight branches. One of these is Koumarbhritya, which is…