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Welcome to the Yoga Mama Blog… In this space, you will find articles and discussion topics covering a broad range of subjects from Yoga and Pilates, to more general wellness and lifestyle related matters. You can also read more from Cherie Lathey on her personal blog Yoga Mama London.
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NETI POT
When I was training to be a yoga teacher, one of the 6 purification techniques taught to us was Jala Neti (also called Neti or Jaaneti). Purification techniques are sometimes performed as a way of preparing the body for a yoga practice.
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YOGA FOR A SMOOTHER BIRTHING EXPERIENCE
Babies that are well positioned in a woman’s pelvis at the end of her pregnancy can have a major influence on her birthing experience. This, in turn, can affect the way her baby is born. In this article, we will discuss why more and more women are turning to yoga for a smoother birthing experience.
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YOGA AND FERTILITY
1 in 7 couples in the UK are affected by fertility issues. There are many factors to consider in both men and women. To name but a few, these include: endometriosis, tube blockages, fibroids, lack of ovulation, poor quality sperm, etc… However, 25% of couples tested for fertility problems will be classified as being “unexplained”. This does not mean that you cannot get pregnant. It means that there is no underlying medical reason for it not happening. This, in turn, can be add to even more stress at a difficult times. For this reason, many fertility experts will recommend a mind-body approach to fertility issues.
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FOUR REASONS TO DO BIRTH PREPARATION YOGA
Birth Preparation Yoga classes are tailored for the final stages of pregnancy (from 32 weeks). During this late stage of pregnancy, what women most need is to relax and quieten the mind. Letting go of time pressures and constant doing enables women to create a consciously relaxed state. This allows them to connect with themselves, their babies and their inner birthing wisdom.
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DYNAMIC SURYA NAMASKAR SEQUENCE
LET THE SUNSHINE IN ...This dynamic surya namaskar sequence is a flowing variation on the classic sun salutation. This particular sequence has an...