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title: "Prenatal Yoga in Bangalore: Safe, Prop-Based Classes for Moms"
description: "Join my guided prenatal yoga sessions in Bangalore. From back pain relief to labor preparation, learn safe, prop-based prenatal yoga routines for every trimester."
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# Prenatal Yoga: Strength & Comfort for Every Trimester

Tribe Verified · Safe prenatal yoga, tested in my pregnancy.

By [Pragya Bhatt](https://mytribe.in/yogawithpragya) · Available Online; Studio in JP Nagar & Home visits across Bengaluru · ₹2,500 per session (billed monthly) (estimate)

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I didn’t just study prenatal yoga; I lived it. From my own pregnancy at 42 to guiding mothers in Bangalore, I focus on using props to help you feel supported, strong, and pain-free at every stage of your journey.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: Did you know that practicing yoga during pregnancy can offer incredible benefits for your baby? From supporting healthy birth weight and heart health to reducing the chances of premature birth, a mother's wellness practice nurtures her child's development from the very beginning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/547c3fa8-040b-42d1-a347-e04b1837f9c2)
- [Video: Your yoga practice should evolve as your pregnancy progresses. This video explains how to adapt your routine for each trimester, from gentle, grounding work in the first, to building strength with props in the second, and focusing on hip-opening for labor preparation in the third.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e72036ef-c8eb-47ab-8a68-fd057b4add29)
- ![Prenatal yoga is a powerful tool for improving physical comfort during pregnancy. Here, I demonstrate Trikonasana (Triangle Pose), which helps reduce back pain, improve posture, and build the strength needed to carry your baby bump with greater ease.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d472728d-4536-4b77-9b5a-e982a028591a)
- ![A calm and centered mother creates a peaceful environment for her baby. My prenatal classes emphasize practices that reduce stress and support emotional well-being, helping you connect with your baby and navigate the emotional shifts of pregnancy with grace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/662ac47a-97af-44b3-88f9-94fcb15a59ae)
- ![Yoga is one of the best ways to prepare your body and mind for labor. Through specific breathing techniques, focus exercises, and poses that build endurance, I guide you in cultivating the inner resources you'll need for a smoother childbirth experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff850981-b3a5-4932-933c-73c62889b643)
- [Video: This is a demonstration of Chair Bhardvajasana, a supported twist that was a lifesaver during my third trimester. It safely relieves backache, opens the chest for better breathing, and keeps the spine mobile, all while using a simple chair for support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54aef74b-1eb1-4bb9-8ac4-371920a4d235)
- [Video: Supported Baddhakonasana in Sarvangasana, practiced here in my third trimester. This inversion, made safe with chairs and blankets, helps open the pelvis while calming the nervous system. It shows how we can adapt even complex poses to be deeply nourishing during pregnancy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b0bda1f3-8384-41aa-8e8e-2b7802453312)
- [Video: Many believe Sirsasana (Headstand) is off-limits during pregnancy, but that's a myth. Practiced safely with support and under guidance, it can relieve tired legs, create space for the baby, and even help with optimal fetal positioning. I practiced it until the day I delivered.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9d95cc2-cfd6-46f6-9b9f-ae9175890fc2)
- [Video: The second trimester is often called the "golden trimester" as energy returns and nausea fades. This is an ideal time to deepen your yoga practice, building strength, stability, and a stronger connection with your body as it transforms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b46dba3-ed85-4ae6-8acb-4374e9847058)
- [Video: The Half Moon Pose, or Ardha Chandrasana, was a daily part of my pregnancy practice. It's wonderful for keeping the spine strong and supple, toning the pelvis to prevent pain, and strengthening the legs to support your changing body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ee66d12-55ee-4a8e-b8be-a8eae7e402c8)
- [Video: Here is a modified Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose) to help relieve morning sickness. As Geeta Iyengar taught, certain asanas can provide great comfort. In my classes, we explore these gentle, effective techniques to make your first trimester more manageable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fc87c2b-5c7e-4373-93df-733c1be689bd)
- [Video: "In every pose, see that the diaphragm is kept soft and free so that breathing becomes easier." This wisdom from Geeta Iyengar is a guiding principle in my prenatal classes. Here, a gentle pregnancy twist focuses on breath and space, not depth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/896025c2-50dd-4b6b-9365-505510859bea)
- [Video: This seated forward bend, using a strap, strengthens the spine and back muscles to support the growing fetus. Small, consistent actions like this, practiced with awareness, made all the difference in my own healthy pregnancy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36a2675c-e83c-49e2-8301-48860495902d)
- [Video: Prasaritta Padottanasana, or the wide-legged forward bend, is a wonderful pose for grounding the nervous system during pregnancy. Using blocks for support, it gently stretches the hamstrings and relieves lower back tension, helping you breathe through any anxiety.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/205f0f48-6edf-4c3d-925c-39a309159866)
- [Video: Can you do forward folds while pregnant? Yes, with the right modifications. This supported Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend) helped me feel grounded and calm, creating a soothing inward focus for both me and my baby.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8594f7fa-cd89-465f-a425-666d7433e19f)
- [Video: Rest is not a luxury during pregnancy; it is a vital part of your prenatal practice. Here, a supported seated meditation shows how we use props to help you rest deeply, which regulates hormones, reduces stress, and supports healthy fetal development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e397fbf2-fbd1-4c5e-8b72-9d400b2473da)
- [Video: This supported Upavishta Konasana was a pose I practiced for at least 10 minutes every day during my pregnancy. It helped keep my back straight, opened my pelvis to prepare for labor, and calmed my anxious mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a5d226ff-dd8e-4c0d-8ad3-30a4c7ec2a24)
- [Video: This variation of Baddhakonasana, with the back supported by bolsters on a stool, was taught to me by my teacher. It focuses on strengthening the upper body and opening the chest to create more space for the growing fetus and improve breathing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7420ed9f-86bb-42cb-a351-41816142c1e5)
- [Video: Gentle, open twists are powerful for supporting your body during pregnancy. This seated twist helps improve digestion, relieve back tension, and open the chest and shoulders, all while ensuring there is no compression on the belly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44c8939e-4358-44c6-b5d6-9129e41209c2)
- [Video: Supta Upavishta Konasana is a deeply restorative pose that I loved during my pregnancy. It gently opens the hips, soothes the lower back, and regulates the nervous system, creating a sense of calm and space for both body and mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57a47d9a-a19b-4f69-a57e-a0b188883c5b)
- [Video: Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero's Pose) is excellent for relieving tired, achy legs during pregnancy. With ample support from bolsters, it also opens the chest for better breathing and prepares the body for labor by stretching the quadriceps.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43701ff9-c113-47f2-82db-4ad50aec9a83)
- [Video: Wall-supported Supta Baddhakonasana was another pose I practiced until the day I delivered. It's fantastic for relieving pelvic girdle pain (PGP), easing lower back discomfort, and relaxing the entire lower body, especially in the third trimester.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73f6ec9a-f689-4101-bef0-aff717ed00ae)
- [Video: Viparita Karani, or Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose, is an amazing solution for third-trimester discomforts. It helps prevent varicose veins, reduces swelling in the feet and ankles, and relaxes the pelvis and spine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79b95b53-9b31-4356-a42e-14ea75c4239e)
- [Video: Revolved Chair Pose (Parivritta Utkatasana) using a chair is a great way to get a beneficial twist without any risk. This modification helps reduce back pain, improves mobility, and creates more space for your growing baby.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/edf4c252-0f68-45cc-bbfd-1c202ac15df9)
- [Video: Gentle inversions like this Rope Sirsasana can be incredibly beneficial during pregnancy when done safely. They improve blood circulation, can encourage the baby into a head-down position, and ease spinal strain. I always guide my students through such poses with utmost care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f744a17d-b565-4f44-b8e6-0fca24b4d0c5)
- [Video: Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclined Bound Angle Pose) is a deeply restorative pose perfect for all trimesters. It opens the hips, relaxes the nervous system, and alleviates back pain, preparing your body for labor in a gentle, supported way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1cdf0cd9-b70a-4363-9905-2c8bb7c997b6)
- [Video: Morning sickness is often a sign of a healthy, strong pregnancy, but it can be debilitating. In this video, I share a few simple, natural remedies that helped me, including chewing cardamom (elaichi) and practicing restorative yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f56e07d5-3d8f-4613-b33d-4990b51e74bd)
- ![Yoga helps build the right kind of strength for pregnancy. Poses like Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose), shown here with support, strengthen your legs and back, helping you carry your growing bump with greater ease and stability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93f1499c-6ae2-40cd-a747-bcf7785b0e8a)
- ![Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) is a wonderful way to tone the pelvic muscles and open the hips, which can contribute to a smoother childbirth experience. We always practice it with support to ensure safety.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45d1963e-71b9-4fdf-9964-aa4bde80d668)
- ![Parsvakonasana (Side Angle Pose) is another excellent standing pose for building strength in the legs and core during pregnancy. With modifications, it provides stability and stamina for you and your little one.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/879bf933-3fdb-4898-834f-f51b2be414d0)
- [Video: As pregnancy progresses, breathing can feel harder. This video explains why and how Pranayama (yogic breathing) can help. While it won't create more physical space, it calms the nervous system and is a vital tool for managing labor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18bfd1c2-f84a-4e42-b3a2-232c86cff1f2)
- [Video: This is what my practice looked like on many days during pregnancy. Slow, mindful, and focused on breath. Here, I'm practicing Nadi Shodhana pranayama on a beautiful mat, finding a moment of peace and connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b703454c-e2cf-43de-92ea-b46d705274d8)
- [Video: A collage showing the beautiful transformation of the body month by month. This journey is a miracle, and my yoga practice helped me honor and support it every step of the way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/021b507c-7368-4446-9677-027a6300ebc8)
- [Video: Yoga should fit the shape of your life, not the other way around. This video shows how I adapted my practice during Ramadan while pregnant, focusing on restorative asanas that provide rest and relaxation instead of depleting energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47fc1793-2ffe-42ac-af4e-774b63a74567)
- [Video: "A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform." This quote by Diane Mariechild perfectly captures the essence of the divine feminine energy we tap into during pregnancy and motherhood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2367db6d-5515-483f-bfc6-a9cd169a47d8)
- [Video: This is a glimpse of my body during the eighth month of pregnancy. For women who have been overweight in the past, pregnancy weight gain can bring up complex emotions. I believe in discussing this openly and embracing the journey with self-compassion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c076114a-3988-489b-96a7-78ff9260df26)
- [Video: Pregnancy brings a host of experiences no one talks about, like bleeding gums or nosebleeds. My practice taught me to let go of the need to 'fix' everything and instead just be with my body. Here, I'm practicing a supported headstand while traveling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19885d16-db76-455d-89c9-0b8aa4e21f95)
- ![This post is a guide to yoga practices you should modify or avoid when you're pregnant. It's not about doing less, but about practicing with awareness and doing what's right for your body at this stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09cba770-534b-4e71-97f8-b6d8dbe0ba94)
- ![An informational post about avoiding Bandhas during pregnancy. Listening to your body is key.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78468b2f-b7ad-4a67-b1c1-a40df5f1a084)
- ![An informational post about replacing jump-backs with stepping. Safety first.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f77bbf81-74e3-4412-897b-bcdc178cd7e8)
- ![An informational post about avoiding deep backbends to prevent Diastasis Recti.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbcd32a4-8737-4ff2-8533-450561b0e3e6)
- ![An informational post about avoiding asymmetry in the pelvis in poses like Warrior.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f929963f-1100-4751-b369-444f2ad5274b)
- ![An informational series on why you shouldn't do intense workouts during pregnancy. It's a time for "birth mode," not "beast mode."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ab6632a-ef1f-4f8f-8bda-9bf89af6983a)
- ![Intense workouts are a harmful trend in prenatal fitness. This post explains why pushing to exercise as before is misguided.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b0657b1-fc59-40ed-a96f-eebc074b34cc)
- ![The hormone relaxin makes your joints loose and unstable during pregnancy. Incorrect or intense training can lead to sprains and strains.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e8130f43-8718-4096-a834-31057426dba5)
- ![Intense core pressure from certain workouts can cause or worsen Diastasis Recti, an abdominal separation you'll have to deal with long after birth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6cd986b5-599f-4efd-ae1a-62ec0512cf95)
- ![High-intensity workouts can spike cortisol, the stress hormone. That stress doesn't just affect you; it crosses the placenta and impacts your baby too.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f35d5fbb-5033-4088-acf0-a1321dc10af2)
- ![When you push your body too hard, blood gets diverted to your muscles instead of your uterus, meaning less oxygen and nutrients for your baby.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34632862-cd45-414e-8835-ea4516ba737c)

## About Prenatal Yoga: Strength & Comfort for Every Trimester

Most pregnancy wellness advice focuses on what you should avoid, but the real secret is in using the right props to support what you can still do. Whether it is using a chair for a supported twist to relieve backache or a bolster to help with a restorative stretch, we adapt the asanas to fit your changing body. You do not need to force yourself into a traditional shape. You simply need the right alignment to keep your spine mobile, your hips open, and your breath steady, regardless of which trimester you are in.

### How We Adapt Practice for Each Trimester

Pregnancy is not a static state. Your body changes rapidly, and your yoga practice must evolve with it. My classes in JP Nagar and online are designed to honor these shifts:

*   **First Trimester:** The focus is on grounding. This is often a time of fatigue and nausea. We prioritize gentle, restorative sequences that help you rest, manage morning sickness, and connect with your breath.
*   **Second Trimester:** Often called the golden trimester, this is when your energy returns. We use this phase to build strength in the legs and improve pelvic stability, preparing your body for the physical demands of the coming months.
*   **Third Trimester:** As the baby grows, we shift toward opening the hips, relieving lower back pain, and creating space in the torso. We use rope walls and trestles at my home studio to assist with these deeper releases safely.

### Why Props Are Essential

Many women believe yoga during pregnancy is just about stretching. In reality, it is about support. Iyengar yoga is unique because it uses props like chairs, belts, and bolsters not as crutches, but as tools for correct alignment. When you support your body correctly, you reduce the risk of strain. This is particularly vital for managing pregnancy-related back pain, sciatica, and ensuring the pelvic floor remains functional for labor preparation.

### Can You Do Inversions?

I frequently get asked about Sirsasana (headstand). The answer is yes, if you have a prior practice and the right guidance. During my own pregnancy, inversions helped reduce swelling in my legs and kept me feeling energized. However, these are advanced movements that require specific sequencing and support. We cover these only when you are ready and under close supervision, ensuring safety for both you and your baby.

## About Pragya Bhatt

I am Pragya. My approach to yoga is shaped by my own path to motherhood at 42. I do not believe in rigid rules or pushing your limits. I believe in using props like bolsters and chairs to make sure your body feels safe, held, and capable at every stage.

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