Infertility

A holistic approach to improving both partner’s general health is essential to successfully conceive a healthy child. Overwork, stress, smoking, alcohol and a poor diet must all be avoided as they are known contributing factors to infertility. Yoga’s effectiveness at promoting fertility is due to its emphasis of a healthy diet and lifestyle as well as its ability to balance hormonal problems and stimulate and strengthen the reproductive organs.

Yoga Postures
Yoga can be used to balance hormonal problems as well as stimulate and strengthen the reproductive organs.

Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)
Stretch along the top side of the body, from the back heel through the raised arm.

Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)
This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire.

Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose)
Provides relief from backache and stretches the hips, hamstrings, and calves.

Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose)
One of three revolved variations of standing poses.

Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)
Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.

Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)
This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders.

Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II Pose)
Named for a fierce warrior, an incarnation of Shiva, this version of Warrior Pose increases stamina.

Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)
Triangle Pose is the quintessential standing pose in many styles of yoga.

Halasana (Plow Pose)
Plow Pose reduces backache and can help you get to sleep.

Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero Pose)
Intensifies the stretch in the thighs and ankles of its upright version.

Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)
Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind.

Salamba Sirsasana (Supported Headstand)
Standing on your head in proper alignment calms the brain and strengthens the body.

Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow or Wheel Pose)
Strengthens the arms, legs, abdomen, and spine, and gives a boost of energy.

Pranayama
Use Dirga and Nadi Sodhana Pranayamas to reduce stress and anxiety. Use Kapalabhati Pranayama to boost energy and circulate energy in the abdomen.

Meditation
Meditation reduces stress, calms the mind, and activate and balance the brain centers that regulate the levels of neurotransmitters and most hormones in the body. Use one of the following by itself and/or at the beginning and end of your yoga practice: Yoga Meditation or Third Eye Meditation.