Yoga Janda Pregnancy and Yoga Blog

Get Pregnancy Tips, Labor and Birth Tips, Postpartum Healing Tips, and Breastfeeding Tips

This information does not substitute for a care provider-patient relationship and should not be relied on as personal medical advice. Any information should not be acted upon without professional input from one’s own healthcare provider. The views and opinions expressed in these articles are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of my employer. ALL PRODUCT LINKS ARE AFFILIATE LINKS

Prepare Your Mind & Your Heart. Read Birth Stories and Tips that Inform and Inspire.

8 Reasons You Need a Prenatal Yoga Retreat

by Liza Janda | Sep 9, 2019 | Easier Labor & Birth, Uncategorized, Yoga and Pregnancy, yoga class | 0 Comments

Summary: Pregnancy is a beautiful phase of life. Prenatal yoga helps you prepare for your pregnancy and childbirth, while ensuring that your body, mind and soul remain strong and healthy. It helps you have an easier delivery. “Yoga means addition - addition of energy,...

Science-Based Reasons to Hire a Doula

by Liza Janda | Aug 23, 2019 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Luckily, new moms can feel confident when receiving emotional and physical doula-support during childbirth now that it is getting recognition from the scientific and medical community. A mother who gives birth in a hospital under strict policies will more than likely spend a lot of their time coping on their own. A doula couch provides a reassuring and constant presence while offering support during labor.

21 Stretches For Yoga Haters

by Liza Janda | Aug 21, 2019 | Stretches - Basic, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

That first stretch after you wake up (or after sitting for a long time) has physiological benefits. Get some basic stretches - 21 of them - to do after every workout even if you can't stand yoga!

The “Mommy Juice” Dilemma – Alcohol and Breastfeeding

by Liza Janda | Jul 30, 2019 | Breastfeeding | 0 Comments

I taught a breastfeeding class a couple of weeks ago. As usual, I got the same question I get every time I teach a breastfeeding class. “Can you drink alcohol and breastfeed at the same time?” Well, the answer is both YES and NO.

Not Mean to be Done Lying Down

by Liza Janda | Jul 18, 2019 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Birth is not meant to be done lying down.

The Golden Boat Visualization

by Liza Janda | Jul 14, 2019 | Guided Imagery For Relaxation Practice | 0 Comments

This guided relaxation is a great way to practice relaxation, so that when labor begins, your body will know exactly how to respond to the stresses of labor. Choose some relaxing music to play in the background. Relax and Enjoy.

Affirmations for Pregnancy and Birth

by Liza Janda | Jul 14, 2019 | Guided Imagery For Relaxation Practice | 0 Comments

Prepare to listen to these affirmations by finding a comfortable seat or lie down and rest on your left side resting your head on a pillow. You can play Pandora or Spotify in the background if you like to have background music. Close your eyes and focus on your...

Pregnancy Nutrition Quiz

by Liza Janda | Jun 16, 2019 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Pregnancy Nutrition Quiz (from the No-Risk Pregnancy Diet) Section I - Are the following statements True or False? 1. When a woman becomes pregnant, she should cut down on her salt intake. 2. A woman's weight gain in pregnancy must be controlled in order to reduce her...

Risks of NOT Breastfeeding – What’s the Difference?

by Liza Janda | Jun 2, 2019 | Breastfeeding, Bringing Baby Home Postpartum Care | 0 Comments

People always talk about the benefits of breastfeeding. No one even thinks about the risks of NOT breastfeeding. Are there really risks of Not breastfeeding? Absolutely, YES! There are many risks of not breastfeeding for the baby, the mother, the father, society, and the environment. In this post we will be dealing with the risks to your baby of not breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Snacks- Tips to Eat 80-100grams of Protein Daily

by Liza Janda | May 27, 2019 | Nutrition For a Healthy Pregnancy, Pregnancy Checklists, Recipes For a Healthy Pregnancy | 0 Comments

6 REALLY GOOD REASONS TO EAT PREGNANCY SNACKS HIGH IN PROTEIN 1.Placenta 2.Uterus 3.Amniotic Membranes 4.Amniotic Fluid 5.Maternal Blood Volume 6.Baby Your body knows not only how to preserve the pregnancy, it also nourishes and grows your baby. But you'll need to eat plenty of protein-filled pregnancy snacks throughout the day to have a safe and healthy pregnancy, baby, and birth.