Yoga for Pregnancy

Yoga, an ancient tradition of holistic health, is a great way to keep fit during pregnancy, to align body optimally for healthy carriage and natural delivery of baby. It promotes a tranquil state of mind which is very important for the health of the mother and the baby.

Yoga asanas along with breathing and relaxation techniques during pregnancy and labor

• Relieves fluid retention which can be common in the last months.
• Influences the position of the baby and turning it in advance if need.
• Strengthening and massaging the abdomen helps stimulating bowel action and appetite.
• Raises the level of energy and helps in slowing down the metabolism to restore focus.
• Helps in reducing morning sickness, nausea and mood swings.
• Relieves tension around cervix and birth canal.
• Focuses on opening the pelvis to make labor easier and quicker.
• It helps in postal natal care. I.e., it restores the uterus, abdomen and pelvic floor.
• Also it relieves upper back tension and breast discomfort after delivery.
• It restores body shape after childbirth.

Yoga has 5 vital tools which aids a woman in having smooth journey during pregnancy

1. Yoga Exercises – These work on the reproductive organs and pelvis to ensure a smooth pregnancy and a relatively easy childbirth. At subtle level, these ensure optimum supply of blood and nutrients to the developing foetus.
2. Breathing or Pranayama – Works on fitness during pregnancy. These powerful techniques ensure abundant supply of oxygen and a better life force for mother and child.
3. Mudras and Bandhas – The psycho-physical stimulation of these gestures and locks have powerful effects on a woman’s reproductive organs.
4. Meditation – As a therapeutic tool, meditation will helps to resolve the deepest of neuroses, fears and conflicts, which are so common during pregnancy. It brings with it an incredible awareness which helps mother connect with her child in a way that is impossible to explain.
5. Deep Relaxation – Yoga Nidra (Yogic sleep) is particularly effective during pregnancy for physical and mental relaxation as well as for childbirth preparation

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