The Whispering Womb Wisdom -Discover your Divine Feminine Power for a Healthy Pregnancy and Birth

Can I still safely join the program, if I have never practiced yoga before?

(You should consult your healthcare provider before attempting any kind of physical activity during your pregnancy.) Yes, you can! In fact, many of my clients for prenatal yoga courses have never practiced yoga before. This program is also designed and safe for the second and third trimesters if you have never practiced yoga. Suppose you are still in your first trimester. In that case, you should be aware that it is generally not advised to start any physical activity you have not been used to before pregnancy during the first weeks of pregnancy, including yoga.

I have a high-risk pregnancy, is it safe for me to do yoga?

You should first contact your healthcare provider. In many cases like gestational diabetes or a higher risk for preeclampsia the risk for the pregnancy itself has nothing to do with physical activity. In other cases like Cervical insufficiency, for example, Physical activity would pose a huge risk. If you are not sure of your condition, it is best and most advisable to discuss your specific case with your doctor.

Which week is best to start and how long should I keep doing Yoga?

As I mentioned above, this program is for the second and third trimesters. So anywhere after week 15 is perfect to start. The earlier the better, if you want to strengthen your body and prevent physical discomfort like back pain. for example. Preparing mentally and physically for birth takes time!

Can prenatal yoga cure my back pain?

It will most probably eliminate a huge deal of it. A lot of yoga poses are designed to relieve the spine from the constant pressure and growing weight. I have a lot of clients who feel much better even with only one yoga class a week!

Will yoga cure my pelvic girdle pain or make it worse?

Your body releases relaxin to soften the ligaments towards birth. Sometimes this leads to instability in the hips and legs, and that is what makes you feel pain. There may be poses that are uncomfortable for you, but there are certainly lots of poses that will help strengthen your hips and core to prevent the pain from the beginning or make it more bearable.

Does yoga help me to have an easier birth?

Prenatal yoga strengthens both physically and mentally. It helps you to have a better mind-body connection and a deeper understanding of yourself, which is helpful in birth, where you have to trust your body and let your intuition guide you. According to studies, women who practiced yoga frequently had shorter durations of labor and more positive birth experiences than those who did not practice yoga.

Can yoga relieve my anxiety and fear from birth?

Certainly, yes! Yoga is proven to be very beneficial to people with anxiety and stress symptoms in general, and especially during pregnancy. Different yoga poses may quiet your mind, and breath exercises and relaxation techniques help you manage your feelings and fears. In addition, this program offers a lot of birth information, to lessen the feeling of birth being unknown and frightening to you!

Does the course give me actual tools to use at birth?

Yes, the course will provide you with helpful tools for birth.

How often should I practice yoga?

At best 3-4 times a week. And if you are on a tight schedule, moving for 10-15 minutes is always better than passing on your class altogether. You should take at least one full class a week though.

Will yoga make me strong?

Yoga works on all the muscles in your body. And although yoga is gentle, especially in pregnancy, you will gain strength if you practice frequently. There are 2 classes for strength, one focussing on legs, hips, and back, and one focussing on shoulders and arms. So if you want to gain strength you could practice with those two videos frequently.