The practice of yoga during pregnancy gives substantial benefits to the expectant mother. Traditional Yoga postures, breathing techniques and deep relaxation are adapted to provide a strengthening, fun and safe method of exercise that helps prepare for the birth.
Postures strengthen and tone the muscles whilst encouraging flexibility. The constant changed occurring requires the body to continually adapt and yoga supports this process perfectly.
Breathing techniques are a valuable tool for during the pregnancy and throughout the different stages of labour.
Deep relaxation is said to be as beneficial as several hours sleep, so when sleep can be disrupted by pregnancy it is a vital practice to maintain a healthy level of rest and rejuvenation.
Last updated Nov. 22, 2014, 9:46 p.m. UTC