Ayurveda is a complete and complex system of healthcare having a traditional system of medicine. There are in all eight branches of ayurveda and in that Prasutitantra i.e. the obstetrics and gynaecology section form one of the main branch. The ayurvedic methods or practices, if followed during pregnancy, will lead to a complication-free delivery.

Ayurveda has a step-by-step account on what should be done during pregnancy, the first step being the ideal way and the right time of conceiving a baby. It is followed by the mode of life that needs to be followed religiously by the pregnant lady. Apart from this specific emphasis is given on the monthwise nutrition and medication. 

Then detailed description of the monthwise development of the foetus and effect of woman's psychology on the foetus is also provided. 

Peadiatrics is another important section in Ayurveda, which focuses on the care that needs to be taken after the birth of the baby. Information on what to feed and the right way of feeding the baby has been given utmost priority.

The various disorders and complications during pregnancy alongwith their treatment have also been highlighted. The ayurvedic herbs and foods help in promoting harmony of mind during menstrual problems, menopause, and hysterectomy and prevent abortion and infertility. Apart from this usage of proper contraceptives for a better sex life has also been provided. 
  
Ayurveda has some unique features too like determining the sex of the baby during pregnancy, the procedure to be adopted for achieving progeny of desired sex, the care taken the moment the baby comes out of the maternal passage, post partum care, the religious customs that needs to be followed, information on breast feeding, employment of a wet nurse, the ideal playground etc.

Ayurveda stresses on maintaining the health and vitality of all the systems thereby playing an important role in enhancing our lives.