This compendium embodied with articles published in the field of reproductive and child health car comprising of pregnancy management, management o gynecological disorders, contraception and child health. In addition, articles on medico-historical aspects and women empowerment add value to this volume. In the current scenario, it is very much essential to present the evidences on safety & efficacy of Ayurvedic maternal & Child health care practices evident by scientific data. The science of maternal & child health finds its place in the archaic literatures viz. Vedas as many citations in this regard are traceable in Rigveda. The systematic codification of this branch can be distinguishable from Samhita period (2000 BC). Even though, the information is available in major Samhitas viz. Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita and Astanga Samgraha, Kasyapa Samhita is important among the ancient text that lays special emphasis on the health care of mother & Child.