The beauty of pregnancy yoga
Pregnancy yoga is a valuable and important practice for women at all stages in their journey towards motherhood.
Through yoga, more and more women are now receiving the support, knowledge and tools that can help to alter their perspectives about pregnancy. Feeling strong, supported and empowered throughout your pregnancy can also change the way you approach childbirth.
Pregnancy yoga coach Kate, who runs the BEarth studio on the Sunshine Coast, says regular practice can help prepare expectant mothers for the rollercoaster journey of birthing and becoming a new mother.
“When I was pregnant with my first baby, I was terrified and overwhelmed with the idea of giving birth,” Kate says. “I couldn’t understand how anyone could be prepared for such an unpredictable event. I started researching the prenatal process and through my reading, discovered the philosophy of pregnancy yoga.”
According to Kate, practising yoga can help ease the discomforts of pregnancy, as well as assist with circulation and blood flow. Learning pelvic floor toning and relaxation exercises may also contribute to a more controlled birthing experience.
“Labour is an inner marathon that requires a pregnant woman to stay focused while remaining calm and relaxed. Women who are strong and attentive to their mind and body during this time are more capable of facing the challenges of labour and birth,” Kate says.
Through regular practice, expectant mothers can gain valuable insights that can easily be incorporated during labour and birth. These tools include affirmations, visualisations and meditations as well as knowledge about how your body works during birth.
“The beautiful thing about practising yoga during pregnancy is the opportunity to reconnect with your body, and to connect with your baby and your inner guidance,” Kate says.
“My classes provide a space for women to feel nurtured, supported and educated throughout their sacred journey into motherhood. I love seeing like-minded women connecting through yoga and sharing their pregnancy and birth wisdom with each other!”
Kate is a yoga teacher who is passionate about supporting and guiding pregnant women throughout the unforgettable journey of meeting their beautiful baby! She loves getting to know all the women who attend her classes and is excited to be building a beautiful community of like-minded mummas to-be! www.bearth.com.au