As we move into this journey our bodies will surely shift, change and rise to respond to the needs of our baby and ourselves. It's actually quite awesome but...it's not without nausea, heartburn, swollen feet, body aches and (for me) migraines. This is why we gotta savor our practice from the very beginning and find gratitude for where we stand now and all that we are capable of.
This practice is about exploring the very early prenatal body. It's ideal for a high energy day in first trimester or, perhaps, after you clear nausea and are still early in second trimester. We'll flow like "normal" and move through some shapes that you soon won't be able to do while avoiding things that are notoriously contraindicated.
This quick 10-minute tutorial and mini-practice is great for any trimester to open the heart. Use it in first trimester to keep full range of motion, in second trimester to help off set the spinal changes and distribution of weight, and in third trimester when sleeping on the side throws extra w...
Sciatica and low back pain can have many causes but sometimes strengthening the glutes helps resolve it. In this 12-minute toning practice we'll work through two strengthening exercises that target the gluteus medius and then move into a few deep stretches to keep a balanced low body.
Feeling a bit tight? This practice is good anytime but is specifically designed for late 1st or early 2nd trimesters. It will work thru the hamstrings. You'll want two blocks (important for modifications) and a blanket, strap and bolser (or equivalent household items). Wanna listen to some music ...