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3 Big Mistakes Yoga Teachers Make with Pregnant Students!
Prenatal yoga is a wonderful way to strengthen, create mobility and learn coping skills needed for pregnancy and birth. But unless the teacher has a strong, specialized education in prenatal yoga (like the teachers here at PYC!) they may fall victim to some common mistakes.
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3 Big Mistakes Yoga Teachers Make with Pregnant Students!
Prenatal yoga is a wonderful way to strengthen, create mobility and learn coping skills needed
March 4, 2025
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Most Common Misconceptions About Breastfeeding
Navigating the opinionated landscape of breastfeeding can be a daunting task. It’s easy to feel
February 4, 2025
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Understanding The Hormonal Blueprint of Labor
Learn about oxytocin, beta-endorphins and adrenaline, the hormones of labor, and how they may impact
January 7, 2025
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Yoga and Exercises to Widen Your Pelvis for Birth
The Pelvis is not a fixed entity. There are joints which allow for the pelvis
December 3, 2024
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Considering Induction, Know Your Bishop Score
If you’re considering an elective induction or facing a medical induction, it may be helpful
October 30, 2024
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Water Breaking Before Labor: What to Expect and When Induction Becomes Necessary
Not long ago, a student returned to postnatal yoga after giving birth to her first
September 25, 2024
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Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorder and Postpartum Depression(PMAD): Exploring the Differences, Signs & Causes
The World Health Organization estimates that around 13% of people worldwide who have recently given
August 29, 2024
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Why Choose a Midwife?
Prenatal Yoga – A Natural Path toward Working with a Midwife by Risa Klein, CNM,
August 6, 2024
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Postnatal Yoga and Diastasis Recti
Diastasis recti (separation of the rectus abdominis) affects all expectant folks to some degree. However,
July 24, 2024
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How Do Epidurals Affect Breastfeeding?
Learn how breastfeeding may be impacted by epidurals and how to alleviate the difficulties they
June 24, 2024
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Placenta Previa and Prenatal Yoga
Learn how to safely modify your prenatal yoga practice and which yoga poses to avoid
May 29, 2024
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Easy Prenatal Yoga Modifications
Discover these easy prenatal yoga modifications and try adding them to your regular yoga practice.
April 30, 2024
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How Your Partner Can Support You During Pregnancy and Birth
Discover effective ways for your partner to support you during pregnancy and labor and explore
March 18, 2024
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Membrane Stripping for Labor Induction: What to Expect, Risks, and Benefits
A few weeks ago, one of my good friends was facing labor induction. She was
February 6, 2024
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Psoas Muscle: How it Affects Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum Recovery
Discover the role the psoas muscle plays in pregnancy, birth and postpartum recovery and how
January 23, 2024
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Dispelling the Fear About the Umbilical Cord
Discover why umbilical knots and nuchal cords aren’t as concerning you may think and learn
January 2, 2024
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The Benefits of a Postpartum Doula
Learn about what a postpartum doula does and why hiring one can help you to
November 16, 2023
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7 Moves To Prepare Your Pelvis For Birth
Discover seven prenatal yoga poses that can help to prepare your pelvis for birth by
October 12, 2023
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Gentle C-Section: What is it & How to do it
Learn what a gentle c-section is and find out whether this is the right choice
September 19, 2023
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Navigating Nighttime Labor Pains: What To Do & When To Go To The Hospital
Discover strategies for managing labor pains at night, gain insights into labor patterns, and understand
August 10, 2023
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What is the Difference Between A Walking Epidural & a Standard Epidural?
Discover the differences between a walking epidural and a standard epidural to determine which one
July 31, 2023
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What’s the Difference Between a Prenatal Yoga Class and a Yoga Class Modified for Pregnancy?
Learn the differences between prenatal yoga classes and yoga classes modified for pregnancy. Discover which
June 27, 2023
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Help To Relieve Pain From Breastfeeding With Postnatal Yoga
Discover how to treat pain from breastfeeding that can be caused by repetitive movements and
May 22, 2023
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Explanation of Fetal Positions; What Poses Are Beneficial and What Poses Should Be Avoided During Pregnancy
Learn about the different fetal positions and how they impact labor and birth. Discover the
April 21, 2023
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Everything you want to know about your water breaking!
Learn everything you need to know about your water breaking and what to do if
March 21, 2023
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