4 Surprising Benefits of Yoga
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We learned via the Huffington Post that yoga can do more than help with your flexibility and stress issues. Check out these 4 surprising benefits of yoga!
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New Study: Stress Affects Males and Females Differently
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According to The Science Daily, a new study from the Weizmann Institute of Science found that "a stress receptor in the brain regulates metabolic responses to stressful situations differently in male and female mice". Moreover, the results could help develop treatments for regulating hunger or stress responses, including anxiety and depression.
Read MoreHow Yoga Fosters a Real Community
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According to Yoga Journal, the secret to living a happy and healthy life is spending quality time with family, friends, and community, while also staying open to new relationships. One way to forge new and lasting connections is through yoga.
Read MoreMama Self-Care: Finding Time for You!
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Often, it's easy for moms to forget to schedule time for themselves. From drivings kids to soccer practice to cooking up a healthy dinner and getting them to bed on time, mamas don't have an easy job. Carving out some "you time" is essential for the health and sanity of you and your family. The Confident Mom shares a few helpful tips in penciling in time for self-care:
Read MoreWhy Practice Prenatal Yoga?
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We learned via All Baby Mag that there are many benefits to prenatal yoga. Yoga not only helps you stay fit during pregnancy, but also creates a special bond with your baby.
Read MoreTips for Pre- and Postnatal Fitness
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Lisa Druxman, creator of Stroller Strides, shares a few fitness tips to take you through the nine months of your pregnancy and the nine months following childbirth.
Read MorePrenatal Yoga: 5 Health Benefits Of A Yoga Practice For Expecting Mothers
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Practicing yoga has been known to be a great stress reliever. Yoga has been shown to lower stress levels, fight depression and reduce inflammation, among other health benefits.
Read MoreThe Fertile Seed: A Workshop For Women On Their Sacred Journey To Motherhood
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The Fertile Seed is a workshop designed to bring out the very best in you as you prepare yourself for the ultimate sacred journey of motherhood. Are you elated? Do you have fear and anxiety? Is your mind ruling your heart? Do you just want a safe space to move, be still, be seen and be heard? This is the space for you.
Read MoreSupport, Personal Growth & 3 More Benefits of Joining a "Mom Group"
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According to Diet-to-Go guest blogger Mia Redrick, "eight percent of moms do not take care of themselves... some even ignoring basic personal care tasks like going to the dentist, fixing their hair, or even showering". She adds, "Few Moms take the time to go out with the girls or even relax by themselves in the bathtub for a few minutes."
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13 Yoga Poses to De-stress
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We learned via an info-graphic by HealthyFoodHouse that yoga helps individuals de-stress and find balance. There are many yoga poses that help with relaxation, however today we have 13 yoga poses that you can try anywhere to de-stress! Take a look at their info-graphic to see clear pictures about how to preform these poses.
Read MorePrenatal Yoga for Easier Delivery
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One of the most anxious aspects of pregnancy is labor and delivery. We learned via an article by parents.com that many women spend weeks, even months, feeling anxious about childbirth. However, the article stated that women who practice prenatal yoga before giving birth learn how to decrease their anxiety about labor.
Read MoreWords of Wisdom, From Yana Ibrahim
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Beginning in February Yana Ibrahim, an ACE certified personal trainer and certified Level 1 Prenatal Yoga Teacher with MamaTree, will be joining the team of practitioners at Community Well. She has a few words of wisdom for those interested in her two classes, Postnatal Fitness Conditioning and Community Yoga. For class dates and times, please see our calendar of classes and free programs.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Postnatal Exercise
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Congratulations! You’ve just finished the toughest workout of your life and now you are wondering how you are going to balance taking care of your new baby and fitting in some exercise.
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5 Ways to Practice Mindfulness at the Well
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According to an article by the UCSF News Center, mindfulness is an important aspect to prioritize in our lives. Mindfulness can impact one's physical and emotional wellbeing.
Read MorePregnancy Meditation and Yoga Are More Than Trendy, It's Beneficial for Mama and Baby
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Pregnancy meditation and prenatal yoga are more than just a trend in 2015. We learned via Healthline that they provide several physical and emotional benefits for the mother and baby.
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