We all have known that Yoga is beneficial for depression, diabetes, weight loss, stress, strength and much more as Yoga gives calmness and control of your body. Each asana of yoga has its own benefits which works on different joints and muscles of the body. But, Yoga can be much beneficial for expecting mothers. Pregnant women have a lot of problems and yoga practice can help a lot in overcoming all the discomforts and the mothers practicing yoga are healthier in mind as well as in body.We all have known that Yoga is beneficial for depression, diabetes,weight loss, stress, strength and much more as Yoga gives calmness and controlof your body. Each asana of yoga has its own benefits which works on differentjoints and muscles of the body. But, Yoga can be much beneficial for expecting mothers.Pregnant women have a lot of problems and yoga practice can help a lot inovercoming all the discomforts and the mothers practicing yoga are healthier inmind as well as in body. It also helps a lot in reducing the labour pain as thebody becomes more flexible. Pregnant women practicing yoga have experiencedlower back pain, relief from aches and stress.

Yoga continues to benefit a woman after pregnancy. Just afterthe sixth week of giving birth, a woman can practice postnatal yoga, whichhelps a lot in strengthening the abdominal muscle as well as you can get backin your shape faster. But a pregnant women should follow some safety guidelinesbefore practicing yoga. If you are new to Yoga then you have to start slowlyand easily and if possible, find a parental instructor for practicing yoga.But, if you have already practiced yoga, then you are good to go.

Let’s talk about a few and important benefits of prenatalyoga.

1.     ImprovesStrength and Stamina: More strength and energy is needed as baby growswithin a body. There is more stress on our lower back, hips, shoulder, chest andneck. So, yoga helps to relieve all these tensions.

2.     Eases MoodSwings and Morning Sick: The worst part during pregnancy is the sense ofnausea & morning sickness. To overcome this feeling, you just need topractice simple breathing, which will reduce your nausea and mood swings andyou will feel fresh and better.

3.     Connectionbetween You and Your Baby Increases: Even a single yoga class in aweek will help you to connect with your baby more as it allows you to focus onthe things which are going inside your body. Each pose will let you know thedifference in your body and you will feel every turn, every kick of your babywhich is a beautiful thing to experience while pregnancy.

4.     Relief fromOther Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga helps to cure all the basic anxieties andcommon complaints of pregnancy like insomnia, shortness of breath, nausea and headaches.The blood circulation is improved through stretching and deep breathing willhelp you a lot in bringing oxygen to your muscles and most importantly to yourbaby. Through the practice of meditation, you can get relief of depression andit also supports you pregnancy emotions.

5.     You areprepared for Delivery: It’s a fact that whenever we are afraid, we tightenourselves, but yoga teaches us to be calm during labour. Deep and mindfulnessbreathing helps a lot in keeping the body relaxed and loosen while giving abirth. You already know how to keep yourself calm and relaxed while giving abirth.