Yoga Journal - Prenatal Yoga DVD for Pregnancy | Safe & Relaxing Exercises for Expecting Moms | Perfect for Home Workouts & Stress Relief

A regular prenatal yoga practice as taught in Yoga for Your Pregnancy can give you the energy to enjoy your pregnancy, the serenity to build a deeper intimacy with your body, and the ability to be present for the miracle of birth. Prenatal yoga can ease the discomforts of pregnancy, such as moodiness, shortness of breath, swollen ankles, nausea, indigestion and insomnia; and help you prepare for the rigors and mysteries of labor. On each video: PART 1: ENERGIZING & STRENGTHENING (30 minutes) Gentle flowing practice to build strength and stamina for the demands of labor-and alleviate the discomforts caused by your ever-changing body. PART 2: RELAXING & REJUVENATING (15 minutes) Learn breathing exercises to help you manage contractions-plus meditation techniques to help you relax and concentrate during delivery. Lamaze Interview-with expert Carol Penn Erskine Exclusively on DVD: Pranayama for Pregnancy: 3 simple breathing techniques to calm your nervous system Meditation for Pregnancy: Guided meditation to help foster inner focus and awareness Birthing Room Yoga: Simple yoga techniques to encourage a peaceful mind and body during delivery Postnatal Yoga Practice: Gentle practice to help you regain strength and flexibility 6 weeks after delivery Articles from Yoga Journal and Lamaze Parents magazine on yoga and pregnancy on a special DVD-Rom section This video show you how to modify some poses using yoga props. Depending on your flexibility or stage of pregnancy, you may need a chair, two large pillows, a blanket, or sofa cushions. The use of a yoga mat is recommended.