Yoga for Pregnancy [Paperback]

Rosalind Widdowson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2001

-- Appeals to both beginners and those experienced in yoga.
-- Reviewed and endorsed by an antenatal expert.
-- Includes exercises that provide relief from common pregnancy-related discomforts.
-- Helps prepare mothers-to-be for upcoming labor and childbirth by enhancing their awareness of the muscles used in labor and child delivery.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Rosalind Widdowson has taught, lectured, and practiced the arts of yoga, meditation, massage and natural health therapies for more than 30 years. She has written a number of books on natural health subjects and is currently preparing a television series. This book was also prepared with the help of consultant Carole Pannell. She's an antenatal expert and teacher with the National Childbirth Trust in London.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Creative Publishing International (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 086573433X
• ISBN-13: 978-0865734333
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,410,938 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice pictures but not enough poses and recommendations, May 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy (Paperback)

I found the book lack guidelines on yoda poses that you should avoid while being pregnant. It also could include more challeging poses for those who are more fit and experience in yoga.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pregnancy Perfection, April 6, 2001

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Pamela L. Duszynski (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy (Paperback)

Yoga is one of the most beneficial exercises for pregnant women. In this book Rosalind Widdowson delivers a number of the most effective yoga poses for pregnant women. One of the best things about the book is that it has easy to read and follow instructions for each pose. Along with each set of instructions, could be anywhere from two to three pictures demonstrating the pose. Verbal and visual learners alike will gain easy practice with this book. Additionally, the book talks about breathing and the importance of practicing yoga breathing for mother and baby. Believe me, practicing from this book will make your pregnancy more enjoyable and endurable. One of the best things is that many mothers continue yoga after birth because of the benefits this book outlines and introduces. A must read for any soon to be mother!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to follow, different poses for each trimester... (m), May 29, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Yoga for Pregnancy (Paperback)

I really like all of the photographs, not drawings, that help demonstrate the poses. I also like that it is broken down by trimester, and discusses what each pose helps. For example, a pose may indicate that it helps prevent and ease fluid retention, relieve backache, or prevent indigestion.