| Prenatal yoga is practiced in the hospitals, clinics, yoga | | | | • A good DVD or video disc is enough if you have |
| studios and many other natural health centers. This | | | | the basics. The fundamentals of yoga must be learnt |
| yoga helps the pregnant woman to cope up with the | | | | properly in a center and practicing can be done at |
| series of hormonal changes and weight gain. Prenatal | | | | home. It is not safe to do everything at home as it |
| yoga also reduces common problems that occur due | | | | involves risks. |
| to pregnancy and help in overcoming the aches. | | | | • Yoga mats are excellent accessories. Poses |
| Prenatal yoga can be done in 2 sessions per week | | | | must be followed. This will give much comfort while |
| consisting of 30 minutes per session. Here are some | | | | practicing. |
| of the tips for the successful yoga practice. | | | | • The priority while meditating is given to the |
| • Aqua yoga is an excellent way to relax the body | | | | degree of comfort in doing yoga. So change the |
| and joint muscles. They relax body muscles and | | | | poses accordingly. |
| increase the flexibility of the pelvic muscles. This | | | | • Prenatal yoga adds strength to the back |
| prepares pregnant women for the child delivery. | | | | muscles, buttocks, thighs and abdominal muscles. The |
| • Usage of chairs and cushions are encouraged. It | | | | pelvis must be maintained in the right position. |
| is always good to use the yoga accessories to | | | | • Water should be at chest level for doing aqua |
| accelerate the benefits. | | | | yoga. Props like foam noodles and floats can be used. |
| • Do not over stretch and know your limits while | | | | All these tips help in preparing the mom for the natural |
| practicing. | | | | child birth and help them to stay healthy. |