Embracing Motherhood Through Yoga: Physical, Mental, and Emotional Wellness with Mariela de Santiago

Embracing Motherhood Through Yoga: Physical, Mental, and Emotional Wellness with Mariela de Santiago

In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik Chakraborty sits down with Mariela de Santiago, host of the New Mom Talk podcast and creator of the Carlsbad Mom Crew. With her unique background in special education, fitness, and prenatal yoga, Mariela shares how yoga became a cornerstone of her personal journey into motherhood. Together, they discuss the numerous benefits of prenatal and postpartum yoga, focusing on how it helps expectant and new mothers reduce stress, increase flexibility, and prepare both physically and mentally for labor and delivery. Whether you're an experienced yogi or just starting out, this episode highlights how yoga can support your body and mind through one of life’s most transformative experiences.

About the Guest:

Mariela de Santiago is a dedicated advocate for maternal health and wellness, leveraging her expertise as a fitness instructor and certified prenatal and postpartum yoga teacher. As the host of the New Mom Talk podcast and the creator of the Carlsbad Mom Crew, she has empowered countless women to embrace motherhood with confidence, fostering a sense of community and self-care through movement and mindfulness. Her approach focuses on reducing stress, improving flexibility, and enhancing emotional well-being during pregnancy and beyond.

Key Takeaways:
  • Stress & Anxiety Reduction: Yoga helps expecting mothers manage stress and anxiety by promoting mindfulness, breathing techniques, and relaxation.
  • Physical Benefits: Regular yoga practice increases flexibility, endurance, and strength, helping mothers manage the physical demands of pregnancy and prepare for labor.
  • Mental & Emotional Wellness: Yoga encourages mental clarity and emotional stability by fostering a deep connection between the mind and body, which is essential during the prenatal and postpartum stages.
  • Labor Preparation: Breathing exercises practiced in yoga can aid in labor by promoting calmness, focus, and control during contractions.
  • Tailored Practices: Prenatal and postpartum yoga offers adaptable practices that cater to individual needs, supporting mothers at any stage of their journey.

This episode offers a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to incorporate yoga into their prenatal and postpartum routines, ensuring a healthier, more mindful path to motherhood.

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