This is the perfect practice to experience late in the evening. If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed allow yourself to move slowly through this gentle vinyasa practice that takes you from standing into soothing seated postures that release tension and stress.
Generally, pregnant mums who do yoga exercises appear healthier, both in mind and body. Their bodies are more flexible, which enables them to adapt to various positions when in labour and the ligaments are more elastic, which in turn can help to reduce labour pain.'
Posture is also improved by yoga and this can help ease back problems, which are common in pregnant women.Yoga helps to prepare for the birth - it encourages breath and body awareness, reduces worry and teaches women to adapt to new situations.
The philosophy behind yoga is that by daily practice the body is returned to its natural function so it can better take care of itself, one becomes more centred and relieved from stress. The body is also toned and strengthened at the same time.
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