Certainly, you have heard of the many benefits of yoga on pregnancy. A lot of testimonials have been given --- moms-to-be appreciate yoga and say that this practice has helped them a lot! From a smooth, A-ok pregnancy to natural labor or child birth, yoga certainly does wonders on both the physical and mental developments of the fetus.

However, do you know exactly how yoga works for pregnancy? Yoga, as you know, has 5 tools for pregnancy. These are:

1. Yoga Exercises
   These ensure a smooth pregnancy and can help you undergo easy childbirth. Yoga exercises can also facilitate the reproductive organs and pelvis and ensure good levels of blood supply for the fetus.
2. Breathing or pranayama
   The breathing techniques help ensure a good supply of oxygen. Pranayama can also come in handy to keep an eye on your fitness regimen during pregnancy.
3. Mudras and bandhas
   The psycho-physical way of stimulating these gestures can truly have great effects on an expectant mother’s reproductive organs.
4. Meditation
   This fourth tool for pregnancy is a therapeutic one. Meditation can help you come to terms with the deepest of fears, conflicts and neuroses, all of which are very common during pregnancy. Meditation can also bring about awareness which can help you connect with your child.
5. Deep Relaxation
   Yoga nidra (also known as yogic sleep) is beneficial for pregnant mothers in terms of physical and mental relaxation. Deep relaxation can also help in preparing for childbirth.