Articles and links on all things yoga...
Caring for your back
During pregnancy, your centre of gravity can shift forward as the uterus and breasts get bigger. This may cause a sway or arch in your lower back... (read more)
What is yoga?
Yoga is a classical science and philosophy that involves every aspect of an individual’s being. It is a way of life that focuses on self-development and encompasses precise physical, emotional, mental and spiritual teachings and disciplines... (read more)
Preparing for birth with yoga
Pregnancy is a wonderful time to practice yoga. A woman’s focus often changes during this time and she is more aware of what is going on inside her body and her mind... (read more)
Why breath matters
During pregnancy, we often focus on our breath. For many it is the first time we may become aware of our own breath and how powerful it can be... (read more)
Postnatal Yoga sequence
Practice the following short sequences whenever you have time. Start with a short breathing practice, such as Reverse Breathing outlined below and then move on to the relevant practice... (read more)
Allyson Dowling is a fully qualified yoga teacher with a Diploma from the Irish Yoga Association.
She has trained in pregnancy, hatha and vinyasa yoga.
Allyson is currently teaching prenatal yoga in the North Dublin (Clontarf) area, more classes are coming soon, so check the class schedule frequently!
www.yoga-ireland.com
Online Irish yoga website. Has a directory of classes and teachers around the country, articles on yoga and a list of yoga holidays and retreats. Also the home of the wonderful Clare island yoga centre.
www.yogajournal.com
Online site of the popular US yoga magazine. Great features on yoga sequences, anatomy, meditation and relaxation practices and healthy living.
www.iya.ie
Website of the Irish Yoga Association with a list of IYA accreditated
teachers
www.yogabasics.com
A great resource for all things yoga!
www.alternative-health.ie
Irish directory of all things alternative-health related; listing practitioners, courses & shops.
Allyson Dowling is a fully qualified yoga teacher with a Diploma from the Irish Yoga Association.
She has trained in pregnancy, hatha and vinyasa yoga.
Allyson is currently teaching prenatal yoga in the North Dublin (Clontarf) area, more classes are coming soon, so check the class schedule frequently!
www.rollercoaster.ie
Great site on pregnancy, parenting and all the bits in between. Check out
the busy discussion boards for useful tips and advice from other parents
www.eumom.ie
Interactive pregnancy and parenting resource
www.yoga-ireland.com
Comprehensive directory of yoga teachers in Ireland, including prenatal yoga
teachers and studios that offer pre- and postnatal classes
http://www.yogajournal.com/parenting/index.cfm?ctsrc=tnav
Parenting section of the popular Yoga Journal magazine. Good articles on
yoga in pregnancy, after birth and as a parent.
Allyson Dowling is a fully qualified yoga teacher with a Diploma from the Irish Yoga Association.
She has trained in pregnancy, hatha and vinyasa yoga.
Allyson is currently teaching prenatal yoga in the North Dublin (Clontarf) area, more classes are coming soon, so check the class schedule frequently!
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