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Can Pilates help the baby during pregnancy? 

  28/06/2023 21:20 Noticias


Although Pilates is not a specific technique to get the baby into the correct position in the event that it is backwards, other associated techniques can be used as well, which can indirectly help facilitate this change through exercises that strengthen and stretch. the muscles of the pelvic floor, abdomen, back and hips such as Yoga and the Hypopressive Method. In this case, Pilates will also help promote pelvic mobility and promote correct postural alignment.

 The practice of specific Pilates for pregnant women can have the following benefits in relation to the pelvic position of the baby:

Improving Posture and body alignment creates more space in the uterine cavity, facilitating the movement of the baby

 Pelvic Floor Muscle Strengthening: Pilates consists of exercises that aim to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, such as the perineal muscle, these muscles play an important role in supporting the pelvic organs and can help improve support for the baby and promote a more favorable environment for position change.

 Stretching the muscles of the pelvis and hips: Pilates also includes stretching exercises that aim to relax and lengthen the muscles of the pelvis and hips, this can help release muscle tensions and restrictions that may be making it difficult to move your hips. baby.

 Body awareness and connection with the baby: Pilates helps to generate greater awareness of movements and therefore replicates them in the baby, favoring their change of position.

 While it's important to remember that each pregnancy is unique and results may vary, Pilates offers a gentle and safe approach to promoting health and well-being during pregnancy.

 Written by: Ester Bitencourth / Natália Lima

 Source: Pilates Brazil Magazine


 

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