Yoga During Pregnancy - An Overview

Prenatal yoga, yoga for mothers expecting, woman with child, mothers to be, Yoga during Pregnancy

Yoga is a safe, simple and a natural method of preparing the pregnant woman for motherhood and the baby for childbirth. The practice cultivates acceptance, peace and harmony for the entire family. Yoga is a great way to keep fit during pregnancy, to align your body optimally for healthy carriage and delivery of the baby, to provide breathing and relaxation techniques to use during pregnancy and labor and reduce discomfort in upper and lower back that sometimes accompanies carrying a baby (before and after pregnancy). In particular … any healthy process that helps keep you calm and relaxed are good for you and your baby too.

I suggest students to study with a teacher who has experience with the ever changing pregnant body. Ideally it's best to find a prenatal yoga class to help you stay within safe parameters at each stage of your pregnancy.

Be sure to start by reviewing our tips for yoga during pregnancy. If you are new to yoga and pregnant, ask your doctor or midwife if a prenatal yoga class would benefit you. You will probably be given an enthusiastic "thumbs-up"! However, if you have high blood pressure or other complications in your pregnancy, it is extremely important to check first before continuing (or starting) a yoga practice.

Click on any of the specific list of pregnancy focused Asanas (exercises) found in the left column. Let's begin ... inhale slowly, exhale completely, turn your attention inward and listen to what your body needs.