form a vital constituent of all ayurveda treatments and is especially beneficial for pregnant mothers. Mountain pose, Triangle pose, Warrior pose, Standing side stretch, Forward bend pose, Corpse pose, Cat pose and Fish pose are recommended during pregnancy.
Yoga and meditation are proven and effective ways to develop and maintain perfect harmony and balance in body systems. It improves emotional health of the pregnant women, reduces pregnancy side effects like headaches, fatigue and constipation, provides immunity against all diseases and alters brain wave activities reflecting in an increased relaxation and a better focused mind.
Life style: The pregnant mother should always remain calm, cool and mentally happy. She should avoid mental stress, heated arguments, tension and worry as the mental health of the offspring will relate to that of the mother. A regular massage is recommended as also steam baths. She should also maintain personal hygiene and take utmost care to maintain good bowel movements. She should be careful in her movements and should avoid falling to the ground or meeting with accidents.
Light exercises such as walking and swimming are recommended as these can reduce the length of labor, reduce recovery time and provide stamina needed for delivery. Studies have revealed that exercises can reduce the risk of pre mature birth by about 50 %. The pregnant mother should avoid strenuous exercise, late nights, too much television and other stimulating experiences.
Yoga and meditation are proven and effective ways to develop and maintain perfect harmony and balance in body systems. It improves emotional health of the pregnant women, reduces pregnancy side effects like headaches, fatigue and constipation, provides immunity against all diseases and alters brain wave activities reflecting in an increased relaxation and a better focused mind.
Life style: The pregnant mother should always remain calm, cool and mentally happy. She should avoid mental stress, heated arguments, tension and worry as the mental health of the offspring will relate to that of the mother. A regular massage is recommended as also steam baths. She should also maintain personal hygiene and take utmost care to maintain good bowel movements. She should be careful in her movements and should avoid falling to the ground or meeting with accidents.
Light exercises such as walking and swimming are recommended as these can reduce the length of labor, reduce recovery time and provide stamina needed for delivery. Studies have revealed that exercises can reduce the risk of pre mature birth by about 50 %. The pregnant mother should avoid strenuous exercise, late nights, too much television and other stimulating experiences.
