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Postnatal Stretching and Relaxation Techniques

Stretching and relaxation techniques can help new moms reduce stress, improve flexibility, and promote healing.

Key benefits:

Reduces stress and anxiety

Improves flexibility

Promotes healing

Enhances sleep quality

Recommended techniques:

Yoga: Gentle yoga poses can help to stretch your muscles and improve flexibility.

Stretching: Stretch your muscles by reaching for your toes, bending sideways, and twisting your torso.

Deep breathing: Practice deep breathing exercises to help reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Meditation: Meditation can help to calm your mind and body.

References:

Mayo Clinic. (2023). Postpartum exercise: How to get back in shape.