Baby yoga is a practice consisting of gentle exercises and breathing-focused movements performed together by both mother and baby. It contributes to the postpartum recovery process while also strengthening the mother-baby bond.
What Does Baby Yoga Do?
- Muscle and bone development: The baby's flexibility and body awareness improve.
- Bonding: Bonding is strengthened through eye contact, touch, and synchronized movements.
- Reduces gas pain: Gentle movements on the abdominal area relieve gas.
When to Start?
Generally, it can be started after the 6th week (normal delivery) or after the 8th week (cesarean delivery). Doctor approval must be obtained before the first session.
How is it applied?
- Soft surface: Yoga mat or blanket
- Warm and quiet environment
- Soft music (optional)
- Gentle touch and rhythmic movements
- Movements should be guided by the baby's response
Simple Baby Yoga Movements
- Bicycle Crunches: Gently bend the baby's legs at the knees and pedal them in a circular motion.
- Mini Tummy Massage: Use your palm to make circular motions in a clockwise direction.
- Mini “Namaste” Stretch: Gently bring the baby's arms together at chest level and release.
Who Can Practice?
All mothers! You don't need to be a yoga instructor. The basics of baby yoga are: touching, breathing together, and being together.
Result: While baby showers increase social support, baby yoga strengthens the mental and physical harmony between mother and baby. Both activities make life as a parent during the newborn period more meaningful and healthy.
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