The time of pregnancy is an extraordinary season of transformation, a profound rite of passage that requires special care and guidance. The complementary tools and practices of Ayurveda and yoga have been used together for thousands of years to support a healthy body, balanced mind, and higher consciousness. With <EM>Yoga Mama, Yoga Baby</EM>, Margo Shapiro Bachman brings readers the first book to show how these “sister sciences” can support the miraculous journey of pregnancy. This thoroughly detailed guidebook shares practical and easy-to-apply teachings and information to help women experience pregnancy with radiant health and abundant joy, including: <BR><BR>• The basics of Ayurveda, yoga, diet, and lifestyle—cornerstone principles, basic terms and concepts, essential self-assessments, and more <BR>• Month-by-month exercises and practices, including meditation, mantra, breathwork, asana, journaling, and massage <BR>• Practical tips to encourage natural labor and delivery <BR>• Guidance on staying healthy and happy in the precious first postpartum weeks with baby <BR><BR>For women everywhere, <EM>Yoga Mama, Yoga Baby</EM> is an indispensable resource for “treasuring every moment of pregnancy with health, happiness, consciousness, and love.”