Prenatal And Pregnancy

Question 1

Diastasis recti

Answer 1

The rectus abdominis separate to the sides in the line alba between the rectus abs expand.

Do not overwork belly muscles when pregnant and post birth . Do not strengthen.

Question 2

The hormone that relaxes ligaments, especially the ligaments in the uterus and pelvis to open up the pelvis, a little wider overtime

Answer 2

Relaxin

Question 3

What postures are not advised for pregnant people?

Answer 3

Deep postures
Deep twists & hip openers
Deep backbends

Deep anything. Very abdominal strengthening.

No inversions (intense inversion. Look for dizzy)

Avoid asymmetrical

Lying on back, can get dizzy. Go on left side with bolster.

Question 4

Breathing

Answer 4

Ujyaii breath is a no.

Diaphragm is shoved to the top so harder to breath in later trimesters

Question 5

Which trimesters the most risk

Answer 5

First trimester: most risk because the embryo steel needs to attach.
Too much movement not good.

If they are brand new to yoga, suggest they don’t start until after week 12 when pregnancy is confirmed viable.