How Family Movement Builds Stronger Bonds and Teaches Compassion and Acceptance Families today face unique challenges in staying connected in our increasingly digital world. As we celebrate the International Day of Families (May 15), we’re reminded that the bonds we create at home form the foundation for how children understand relationships, empathy, and respect throughout […]

The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga: Preparing Your Body for Your Perinatal Journey Pregnancy is a transformative journey that significantly changes your body, mind, and spirit. As an expectant mother navigating these changes while balancing professional responsibilities, finding supportive practices becomes essential. Prenatal yoga is one such practice, offering remarkable benefits throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and […]

3 Simple Yoga Poses That Teach Children Kindness and Compassion Cultivating kindness is more important than ever in today’s world. Yoga can be a powerful tool for nurturing these essential qualities in young hearts and minds. At Yogamazia, we’ve observed how yoga naturally encourages children to develop awareness, emotional regulation, and connection with others. The […]

3 Self-Care Practices for the Perinatal Journey The perinatal period—from pregnancy through postpartum—is filled with joy, anticipation, and significant physical and emotional changes. Throughout this journey, it’s important to remember that kindness begins with how we treat ourselves. For expectant and new parents especially, self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential for their well-being and that of their […]

Beyond ‘Just Breathe’: Are we shortchanging children with superficial Mindfulness practices? In recent years, mindfulness has become a buzzword in education and parenting circles. From elementary school classrooms to after-school programs, mindfulness practices are being introduced with promises of improved focus, emotional regulation, and reduced stress for children. But as mindfulness becomes increasingly mainstream, an […]

Mindfulness for Parents-to-Be: Staying Present During Pregnancy As a mother of three and a perinatal well-being coach, I’ve experienced firsthand how mindfulness can transform the pregnancy journey. My first birth was chaotic and overwhelming—I was unprepared, focused more on my career than the birth experience, and found myself swept up in a cascade of interventions […]

How to Foster Friendships in Kids Through Mindfulness Practices Friendship shapes children’s development, influences their sense of self, and lays the groundwork for future relationships. Research shows that positive friendships in childhood are associated with better mental health, higher academic achievement, and improved social skills later in life (Sakyi et al, 2015). Yet making and […]

The Power of Connection: Building a Supportive Community During Pregnancy and Early Parenthood While deeply rewarding, the journey through pregnancy and the first year postpartum can feel overwhelming—especially for professionals balancing career demands with preparing for parenthood. Research consistently shows that having a strong support system during this transition isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential for […]

A Roadmap to Peaceful Parenting: The S.M.A.R.T. Journey to ParentingTM Parenthood is an incredible, transformative experience that often arrives with its share of overwhelming challenges and uncertainties. As a mother and perinatal expert, I’ve experienced firsthand the importance of proper support and structure during this journey. This personal insight, combined with over two decades of […]

Setting Intentions: Nurturing Family Values Through Yoga As we enter 2025, setting intentions offers families a powerful opportunity to align their values and actions. Drawing inspiration from yoga philosophy, we can create a framework for meaningful growth and positive change that resonates throughout the year. The Power of Intentions Intentions differ from resolutions in that […]