Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond [Paperback]

Francoise Barbira Freedman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 17, 2004

With step-by-step photos of classic yoga postures especially adapted for each trimester, this book demonstrates how the regular practice of yoga provides many physical and emotional benefits that can enhance the whole experience of parenting. Featuring a unique section of special yoga and relaxation exercises to do with or without the baby up to 16 weeks after birth, Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond is the only book that identifies the real benefits of yoga for both mother and baby throughout pregnancy and beyond.

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'essential for every mother to be' - Yoga Magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Françoise Barbira Freedman is a medical anthropologist and yoga teacher, as well as a frequent lecturer on midwifery and women's health. Her pioneering interest in pregnancy and childbirth stems from her early anthropological studies in the Amazon. She has written a number of books on prenatal yoga, and is the founder of Birthlight, a charitable trust dedicated to promoting a sensitive approach to pregnancy, birth, and babies. She has four children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT (May 17, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789496941
• ISBN-13: 978-0789496942
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,389 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Pre-natal Yoga Book, February 16, 2006

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This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond (Paperback)

I'm a pre-natal yoga teacher, and I have many books on pregnancy yoga. This one is by far my favorite. The pictures are very detailed and well-done. Each pose is broken down step-by-step and has a photo to demonstrate the move. I also like that it is divided by early, mid, and late pregnancy. There is also a section on doing yoga with your baby after the birth.

This book will be the one I recommend to my students because it's simple, safe, and well-illustrated without being too Eastern in it's approach. It will suit the average American reader, while still staying true to the heart of yoga.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource, September 14, 2006

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This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond (Paperback)

While most yoga books seem to be heavy on advice for pregnant women and eager to teach Eastern principles, this book is not like that at all. I am a huge fan of the publisher "DK" because their books consistantly have great photography and clear instructions. This yoga book is perfect for beginner or intermediate yogaphiles who want pregnancy-appropriate yoga instruction without any heavy-handed advice, and the attractive layout and photography in the book adds to the appeal.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars perfect, December 21, 2007

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This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond (Paperback)

This book was exactly what I was looking for. It was informative but not dificult to understand. The pictures show exactly what you need to do. I liked that they were pictures of real pregnant women and not sketches.