DEPARTMENT OF KAUMARABHRITYA

Kaumarabhrityais one among the 8 branches of Ayurveda which deals with the complete care of childright from the time of conception till 18 years of age. Kaumarabhritya means the branch which deals with“Bharana and Poshana of Kumara” ie., supporting and nourishing the growth and development along with maintenance of the health of new born baby, child and treatment of childhood diseases. It also deals with the topics of wet- nurse, disorders of breast milk and its treatment, diseases in children caused by consumption of vitiated breast milk and by affliction of grahas along with their treatment. It also deals with the post natal care of the mother along with the child.The branch of Kaumarabhritya is given the topmost importance as care of the individual through the early ages forms the basis of health for the rest of the life.

AcharyaKashyapa is considered as the Father of Kaumarabhritya. The child care practices mentioned in KashyapaSamhitaare much valued and relevant even today.

Swarnabindu Prashana

Swarnabinduprashana (Nano gold therapy fortified with medicinal herbs, Ghee and honey) is a way of Natural Immunization mentioned in Ayurvedic Classsical texts.

Department of Kaumarabhritya (Ayurveda Paediatrics) of KTG Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Bengaluru is conducting “Swarnabinduprashana” program every month on the auspicious day ofPushyanakshatra for the Children aged between 0-16 years.

Benefits of Swarnabindu Prashana :

• Improves immunity of children
• Booststhe overall health, general growth and development in children.
• Enhance the intellect and memory retention capacity in children.
• Improves digestion
• Supports in preventing recurrent manifestations of fever, cough, cold, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and other infective conditions in children.