Flexibility and Gentle Stretches for Body Relief

Bhujang Asan, or Cobra Pose, is a gentle backbend that helps to open the chest and strengthen the spine. I teach a modified version that avoids any pressure on the belly.

This is Gomukhasan, or Cow Face Pose, focusing on the arm bind. It's an intense and effective stretch for opening tight shoulders and improving posture.

A deep forward bend in Baddha Konasana, or Bound Angle Pose. This posture releases the inner thighs and lower back, and we use props to make it restorative and comfortable.

The Extended Side Angle Pose, or Utthita Parsvakonasana, provides a wonderful stretch from the heel all the way to the fingertips, creating length and space in the torso.

The Child's Pose is a moment of surrender. It gently stretches the hips and back while calming the nervous system, making it a perfect resting pose between sequences.

Garudasana, or Eagle Pose, shown here in a seated variation. This pose is excellent for stretching the shoulders and upper back while also opening the hip joints.

Parvat Asan, or Downward-Facing Dog, is a full-body stretch that lengthens the spine and hamstrings. During pregnancy, we practice a wider-stance version for stability.

A closer look at the alignment in a low lunge. This pose is key for creating flexibility in the hip flexors, which can become tight during pregnancy.

The runner's lunge is a foundational pose for building lower body flexibility. It prepares the hips for the demands of carrying a baby and for childbirth.