Even during a yoga session, the mind has a mind of its own!
Make sure to allow time for it to settle before starting a practice session.
During today's pregnancy yoga class, we kicked off right on time, and one of the moms-to-be opened up about her personal pregnancy challenges.
**Pregnant woman: - I’ve been struggling with recurrent vaginal infections.
My GYNEC did all the tests for both me and my husband, and everything came back normal.
I maintain hygiene, eat less sugar, yet the infections keep happening. What should I do?"*
**Me:**
Your constitution is predominantly pitta-kapha, which means your body has a tendency toward inflammation and excess secretion.
Try focusing on a diet that pacifies pitta and kapha—this means cutting down on spicy, salty foods and incorporating calming activities.
“Hygiene is key, but internal balance is just as important."*
After that, we began our practice. We started with chanting followed by engaging in Sukshma Vyayam (gentle exercises).
As we moved through the session, she spoke up again.
**Pregnant woman: I think I need more than yoga—I need counseling or therapy.
I feel so irritated, frustrated, and fatigued lately.
I hate having dogs at home, and their mess makes me even more stressed. I want to avoid it, but with my in-laws, it’s impossible.
**Me: The solution lies within you. This is your journey of strength and acceptance.
Create boundaries when possible, but also give yourself time and space to adjust.
Keep practicing yoga, use positive affirmations, and develop hobbies that bring you peace.
Energy flows where attention goes, so be mindful of where you focus."*
We then continued the yoga session, focusing on relaxation and breath. By the end, she felt calmer and more at ease.
It was wonderful to see her relaxing during sessions, listening, empathizing, and providing support.
Sometimes, the practice of self-awareness and grounding is all we need to regain our strength during pregnancy. 🌸
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