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Question

Hello, does anyone practice yoga? Are you already making modifications for the baby? I practice 2-3 times a week and am 12 weeks pregnant. I haven't been making many modifications except no more heated yoga and no more head/hand stands.

Answer

I've been doing head stands but no twists. My instructor said no twists and no floor bow.  I need to start doing some more research on modifications. Why no head stands?

Answer

Every pregnancy is different. I avoid deep bound twists and twisted arm balances. Last pregnancy power yoga till 16wk. This time already feeling the need to modify a lot at 11wk. Depends on you and baby. Small bolsters or foam blocks under upper thigh to keep lower belly elevated. Blocks under each hand for down dog and salutation chaturanga up dog Down dog really provides a lot more space for a while. If dizzy, block supported shoulder stand when everyone else does inversions. Supported supra bhada konasana while others doing back bends that feel too deep for you.

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I'm a novice.

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