Yoga for a healthy Pregnancy

Heavy exercise during pregnancy can be lethal for women and the baby due to the several physical changes a woman’s body undergoes during the time period of Pregnancy. So, yes, it means a big no for health conscious ones to hit the gym but Yoga in pregnancy can do wonders for them for sure. Smooth pregnancy and naturally healthy birth of the baby and strengthening of the muscles are just few of the many benefits that Yoga blesses women with during pregnancy.


Well, Prenatal Yoga is best defined as the typical holistic approach comprising various poses and breathing exercises and asanas to strengthen the muscles and balance and circulation of blood and prepare one for Labor in a healthy manner. The breathing exercises and flexibility of muscles are the most beneficial to a pregnant woman and that’s what Prenatal yoga focuses on to develop.


How to perform Prenatal yoga?


Prenatal Yoga for Pregnancy is advantageous in multiple ways but if you are a beginner, be cautious and perform yoga under supervision, or first consult with your doctor and then find a suitable Yoga group of Pregnant women and work out classes with a specialised and Trained Yoga expert. The company of Pregnant women will keep your enthusiasm levels high and also help you create a comfort zone for yourself throughout the most critical periods of pregnancy.


And for the Experienced ones, it is always advised to not try any of those poses that include stress on your belly and unsupported balance-related poses. Avoid Asanas that include lying on your belly and headstands or shoulder-stands and bending and focus more on asanas that make your muscles flexible and intensive breathing exercises.


Standing Poses are not recommended but Sun salutation can be followed regularly. Over stretching should be avoided but Poses like pigeon, warrior II, triangle,ardha chandrasana, baddha konasana help develop flexibility which further helps through Labor.


During Second trimester, avoid lying on your back as it may lead to low blood pressure and inhibit the circulation of blood between your heart and the body. Lying on Left side is always advised for good.


During the Third trimester, be choosy and avoid anything includes stretches and balance positions since the third trimester is the most critical duration so follow your mindly approach since Yoga follows a holistic approach, your body will guide you. Yoga for Pregnancy can be immensely beneficial but with provided precautions, it will reap you the best of benefits.