Breath Support for Pregnancy
10 Minutes
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12m
Breathlessness is common during pregnancy and as your baby grows it can feel as though you have no space to breathe. Use this routine to familiarize with and practice breathing techniques to create more space in your mind and body, to manage discomfort, and ultimately to help deliver your baby as easefully as possible.
- Focus: prenatal
- When: before you begin using prenatal videos, and to practice breathing techniques ongoing through your pregnancy
- Suggested props: bolster or pillow
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