Curriculum

Section 1
Introduction to Mantras in Pregnancy

• Understanding the Workshop’s Purpose and Goals.
• Importance of a Healthy Mind-Body Connection During Pregnancy.
• Introduction to Mantras: What are They and How Do They Work?
• Role of Mantras in Promoting Emotional and Mental Well-being During Pregnancy.
• Scientific and Cultural Perspectives on Mantras in Pregnancy.
• Importance of chanting Mantras correctly

Section 2
Exploring Vedic Grammar and Pronunciation

• Overview of Vedic Chanting and Grammar.
• Importance of Proper Pronunciation and Intonation.
• Learning the Basics of Vedic Phonetics: Swaras, Matras, Svarita, and Anudatta.
• Practical Session: Basic Vedic Chants for Clear Pronunciation.

Section 3
Power of Aum Chanting

• Significance of Aum (Om) in Hindu Philosophy.
• Aum as the Primordial Sound and Its Symbolic Meaning.
• Aum Chanting: Connecting with Universal Energy.
• Practical Session: Guided Aum Chanting for Relaxation and Focus.
• How Aum Chanting Can Enhance Bonding with the Unborn Child.

Section 4
Daily Mantras for Pregnancy – 5 mantras for chanting correctly

• Selecting Mantras Based on Intention and Need (e.g., Calming, Strength, Protection)
• Practical learning session for 5 Important daily chants including “garbha-raksha mantras”
• Creating a Personalized Mantra Practice Routine.
• Practical Understanding of Mantra
• Sharing Experiences and Benefits of Regular Mantra Practice.

Section 5
Trimester wise Chanting of Mantras

• Importance of Adapting Mantra Practice to Changing Physical and Emotional Needs.
• Mantras for Each Trimester: Empowering, and Preparing.
• Using Mantras to Alleviate Common Pregnancy Discomforts.
• Practical Session: Trimester-specific Mantra Chanting and Meditation.
• Reflecting on the Workshop and Creating a Mantra Plan for the Pregnancy Journey.