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Navjata shishu paricharya is the care of normally delivered new born at birth including prevention of hypothermia, asphyxia, stimulation of senses and initiation of breast feeding. Ayurveda classical texts include the methods and practices followed for newborn care in ancient times. The ancient practices include use of available natural resources. Navjata shishu paricharya starts from vaginal delivery to viable stability of new born. The reported incidence of perinatal asphyxia varies from 2 to 16.2% in community-based studies. Navjata shishu paricharya is thoroughly explained with the various procedures proponent for early and specified management of new born in ayurvedic samhitas like Charak Samhita, Shushrut Samhita, Ashtang hridayam etc.
Keywords: Navjata shishu paricharya, Hypothermia, Asphyxia, Newborn care.