From the category archives:
First of all, it’s not really a floor. Floors are hard and sturdy, immovable. If it was a “floor” it would be too inflexible to allow a baby to pass through it. It has to be elastic and stretchy. Think of it as a pelvic “hammock.” It’s like a muscle sling that cradles your internal [...]
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Parents and teachers are starting to realize the benefits of yoga for today’s kids. Children are naturally flexible and strong for their body size, so they move easily into poses that challenge adults. They bring an energy and freedom to yoga poses, trying new things without ego getting in the way. There is a lot [...]
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Yoga is an effective treatment for postpartum depression, with none of the side effects associated with anti-depressants, which is particularly important if you are breastfeeding. Find a gentle, slower paced class to ease your body back into shape, while calming your poor, sleep-deprived brain. This article does a great job explaining, medically, why yoga is [...]
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I have added a Yoga and Health Store to my blog! Just click on the link above and browse my selection of books, music, dvd’s, yoga gear, prenatal yoga and kid’s yoga products! I’ll be adding to the store regularly, so keep checking back. All purchases are made through Amazon.com and are guaranteed safe and [...]
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From Rachel Yellin, a prenatal yoga teacher in San Francisco:
“Doing prenatal yoga doesn’t mean you’ll have the ‘perfect’ birth; it means you’ll be able to accept the perfection of the birth you’re given, regardless of whether it goes according to your plan.”
read more at Yoga Journal.
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Prenatal yoga is a great preparation for childbirth. The poses strengthen and open those areas of the body that are involved in labor, while minimizing pregnancy aches and pains and helping you to sleep more deeply.
10. Pranayama: Deep, slow breathing, in and out through the nose, helps to keep you calm and relaxed during the [...]
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My wonderful husband took a trip to Berkeley right before Christmas to be with his father, and together they found this beautiful Singing Bowl. It was the perfect gift and I am thrilled to own it! It takes a great deal of concentration and a steady hand to achieve a smooth, even ring without scraping. [...]
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My Yoga Online has a comprehensive, intelligent collection of articles dealing with yoga anatomy and alignment, health, nutrition, meditation, and much more. I visit them daily for insights into safe yoga practice. Injuries, unfortunately, can happen in yoga class if the teacher is unaware of alignment principles, or if the student doesn’t follow instructions properly, [...]
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Yoga for Kids (7-12 years)
Thursday, 4:00-4:40pm
NEW PRICE $20.00 per month
(bring your own mat)
Our kid’s class is still enrolling! Tuition has been discounted to $20 per month. Call 491-0825 to sign up now.
Prenatal Yoga
NEW CLASS
(For Pregnant & Recently Pregnant Moms)
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00pm
Begins January 6th
$20.00 per month
Take some time to take care of yourself. Come enjoy [...]
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Put on some relaxing music and try this gentle routine about 20 minutes before bedtime. Spend a good 10- 15 minutes in Savasana after the final pose, using an eye pillow to help relax your eyelids and forehead. You can rub a little bit of Lavender or Chamomile essential oils on your wrists and temples [...]
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