Yoga exercises help women increase their chances of conceiving

These 8 easy-to-do asanas (yoga postures) are effective in increasing fertility in women. They increase blood flow to certain organs and can have a positive effect on the endocrine system that regulates hormones. They also help reduce stress and anxiety, thereby increasing the chances of conception.

Setu Bandhasana

This yoga pose is a type of bridge pose, which helps increase blood flow to your reproductive organs, improving their function. It also helps women get rid of symptoms of depression, anxiety, and fatigue.

How to do:

Lie down.

Slowly bend your knees and push them up toward the ceiling, keeping your feet flat on the floor. Keep your knees hip-width apart.

Hold both arms by your sides with palms facing down.

As you inhale, create an arch by lifting your spine and buttocks off the floor.

Hold this pose for 1-2 minutes while inhaling and exhaling.

Gradually return to the starting position by rolling the spine down to the ground.

Viparita Karani

Practicing this yoga pose of legs raised to the wall helps release tension in the lower body and increases blood flow to the pelvic region. It also stretches the hamstrings and lower back, and may increase fertility if done after sex.

How to do:

Lying on the floor, pull your legs against the wall, while pushing yourself as close to the wall as possible.

Keep your arms, shoulders, and head on the floor.

If it feels uncomfortable, you can place something under your lower back, such as a rolled towel or a pillow.

Relax, while inhaling and exhaling.

Uttanasana

Standing bow pose helps you “clear” your mind by increasing the amount of oxygen entering your body’s cells. It also helps create hormonal balance in your endocrine system, while stretching the muscles in your lower back.

How to do:

Stand up straight with your feet together and your knees bent.

Slowly lower your head, keeping your knees straight so that your body is as close to your legs as possible.

Place your hands on the floor or on your legs.

Inhale, exhale and hold this position for as long as possible.

Supta Baddha Konasana

Helps open your hips, stretch your inner thighs and increase blood circulation to your reproductive organs.

How to do:

Lie flat on the floor with your knees bent

Open your knees to the sides and bring your feet together, with the edges of your feet flat on the floor.

As you exhale, place your arms beside your body or under your head.

Continue inhaling and exhaling, holding this position for 1-5 minutes.

Balasana

This is a resting pose, so it is effective in relieving stress and fatigue. It also helps stretch the spine, hips, and shoulders.

How to do:

Sit on your heels with your knees together or slightly apart.

As you exhale, begin to bend forward, slowly touching your forehead to the floor.

Bring your arms forward and touch the floor, palms facing down.

Inhale and exhale, hold this position for about 1 minute.

Bhujangasana

The pose increases blood supply to your pelvic area. It also helps create hormonal balance in your body and stretches your back.

How to do:

Lie face down on the floor with your hands placed on the floor directly under your shoulders.

Lift your upper body as you inhale.

Hold this position for about 30 seconds as you inhale and exhale.

Baddha Konasana

This pose improves the flexibility of your hips and inner thighs. It also releases tension and toxins that often accumulate in the hip area. This can help a woman give birth more easily if practiced regularly towards the end of pregnancy.

How to do:

Sit on the floor with your knees bent, feet together, and feet close to your pelvis.

As you exhale, press your knees down to the floor.

Hold this pose for 1-2 minutes as you inhale and exhale.

Shavasana

Do this yoga pose after completing all the poses suggested above. This is a simple yet very powerful asana that helps in balancing your body and mind.

How to do:

Lie on the mat with your arms straight out alongside your body with your palms facing up.

Exhale and visualize that you are pushing all the stress and negativity out of your body.

Breathe in and imagine that you are breathing in peace and comfort.

Hold this position for 10-15 minutes.

Even if you are not planning to have a baby at this time, you should still practice these asanas because they will also benefit your fertility in the future.