Bridget's Secret to a Healthy, Happy Pregnancy

"I have always been active and used to run quite a bit, but that took a toll on my knees.  When I originally started at Bikram Yoga St. Johns in 2016, I was looking for something to help my joints and lower back issues.

"For me the obvious benefits of regular practice have been decreased knee pain and conditioning for my low back.  But more importantly I find that it really helps control my anxiety through the focused breathing.  I am very conscious of my breathing in class and I find it transitions to other stressful situations in my life.  When I found out I was pregnant I was so thankful that my doctor was so encouraging about continuing to practice throughout pregnancy. There is so much misguided information out there, and Kay has been an amazing resource through this journey. 

"When I really started to show, my pesky low back issues started to creep up again and were exacerbated by a trip I had to take for work. I returned home with sciatica and could barely walk without limping. After just a couple of classes, my back improved again and I have had hardly any issues since. It sometimes feels daunting when I am getting ready to go to class at almost 8 months pregnant, but I always feel so good after and know the breathing and focus will help me when its time to welcome my baby to world!"

Update: Bridget gave birth to a healthy baby girl on February 28, 2018! Congratulations to the whole family!!