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Prenatal Yoga Props and Support

bySvādhyāya by DevyaniOnline sessions and at studio in PowaiStarts from800 per sessionView full gallery

Using props like bolsters and yoga wheels isn't about making a pose easier; it is about making your practice safer, more accessible, and deeply restorative for your changing body.

This video demonstrates how we use the yoga wheel in class. I provide hands-on assistance to ensure you can safely open your chest and shoulders, creating more space for breath and relieving back strain.

Here, I am using a yoga wheel to support a deep chest-opening posture. This tool is wonderful for improving posture and creating space for deeper breathing, which is crucial during pregnancy.

A different view of the supported backbend using a yoga wheel. This prop allows for a gentle yet deep opening of the heart and thoracic spine, counteracting the forward pull of a growing belly.

See how we use a combination of bolsters and blocks to create a fully supported restorative pose. This setup allows for complete muscular release and deep relaxation, which is vital for both mother and baby.

About Tools for Comfort & Support

It is not about making the asana easier, it is about making space where your body feels restricted. As your belly grows, your back carries the weight and your breath often becomes shallow. We use the yoga wheel to lift your chest and the bolster to ground your hips, releasing the tension that builds up during the day. It turns the practice into a conversation with your body, not a performance.

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