Pregnancy can be a season of both excitement and uncertainty. While your body is growing and preparing for birth, your mind may be processing countless thoughts, lists, and emotions. One of the most accessible tools for finding calm amidst the swirl is your breath.

Prenatal yoga isn’t just a trendy class to check off your to-do list. It’s a gentle, mindful practice designed specifically for pregnant bodies.

Rest during early labor helps your body store up reserves for active labor and pushing. It helps regulate stress hormones and keep your nervous system in a calmer, more open state—one where oxytocin (the hormone that makes contractions productive) can do its thing.