In my previous post on the benefits of pranayama (breath regulation) during pregnancy and labour, it was mentioned that when done with pelvic floor exercise, it helps with the pushing of the baby during delivery. As moms-to-be progress into the second and third trimester, the increasing weight of the baby will push against the pelvic floor, resulting in pelvic pain in some or/ and leak when coughing or sneezing. This is due to weakness / strain in the pelvic floor due to the growing baby.
Hence, doing pelvic floor exercise is essential during pregnancy, and even post- labour. Some of the many benefits of pelvic floor exercise include
1. Strengthening the pelvic floor to hold the increasing weight of the baby.
2. Reduce the rate of leak as the sphincter muscle gets stronger.
3. Reduce the chance of sagging of pelvic floor after birth or as you age.
4. Aid with the pushing of baby during labour.
5. Pelvic floor forms part of the deep core muscles. At the base of the deep front and back muscles, it protects one from back and spinal injuries. This is important to support the growing weight of the baby.
6. It keeps the spine tall and gives the internal organs (and baby) more space, i.e. they receive more oxygen and blood -> better circulation -> better functions (and better growth).
7. Having a stronger core helps to boost the immune system.
8. It helps to 'lighten' and balance the body during engagement. This is very important as the baby grows bigger.
Join us for a session to experience the benefits. Contact Eng Chew at 90043925 to book a slot now.
Namaste!
1. Strengthening the pelvic floor to hold the increasing weight of the baby.
2. Reduce the rate of leak as the sphincter muscle gets stronger.
3. Reduce the chance of sagging of pelvic floor after birth or as you age.
4. Aid with the pushing of baby during labour.
5. Pelvic floor forms part of the deep core muscles. At the base of the deep front and back muscles, it protects one from back and spinal injuries. This is important to support the growing weight of the baby.
6. It keeps the spine tall and gives the internal organs (and baby) more space, i.e. they receive more oxygen and blood -> better circulation -> better functions (and better growth).
7. Having a stronger core helps to boost the immune system.
8. It helps to 'lighten' and balance the body during engagement. This is very important as the baby grows bigger.
Join us for a session to experience the benefits. Contact Eng Chew at 90043925 to book a slot now.
Namaste!
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