Michuhol-gu Health Center Offers Free Prenatal Yoga for Expectant Mothers
INCHEON, South Korea — Teh Sugeui Public Health Center in Michuhol-gu is offering a free prenatal yoga program for pregnant women who are at least 20 weeks along. The program aims to provide physical and mental support as they prepare for childbirth.
Prenatal Yoga Class Details
The ”Happy Delivery Prenatal Yoga Class” will run its second session from may 1 to june 26. Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and are led by prenatal and postnatal exercise experts.
What to Expect in the Yoga Sessions
The yoga sessions include stretching exercises using tools like resistance bands and foam rollers. Breathing techniques are also taught to promote psychological well-being. The exercises are designed to aid in readiness for labor and delivery.
Program expansion Planned
The health center plans to run a total of three sessions of the program through October. Michuhol-gu residents can register for the program for free through the Michuhol-gu Integrated reservation Portal.
Benefits of Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal yoga helps expectant mothers maintain good posture and mental calm. This promotes healthy oxygen and blood flow to the fetus, which aids in its development.It can also help prevent hip problems and swelling in pregnant women, widen the birth canal, reduce labor pain, and facilitate quicker postpartum recovery. Yoga also aids in pelvic and vaginal muscle contraction.
More Information
For more information, contact the Public Health Center’s maternal and Child Health Office at 032-880-5772.
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Michuhol-gu Health Center: Prenatal Yoga FAQs
Have questions about the free prenatal yoga program offered by the Teh Sugeui Public Health Center in Michuhol-gu? Get answers below!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the prenatal yoga program?
- Pregnant women who are at least 20 weeks along are eligible.
- When does the next session start?
- The second session runs from May 1st to June 26th.
- What days and times are the classes?
- Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Who leads these classes?
- Classes are led by experts in prenatal and postnatal exercise.
- What kind of exercises are included?
- The sessions include stretching exercises using tools like resistance bands and foam rollers. Breathing techniques are also taught for psychological well-being.
- How many sessions will there be in total?
- The health center plans to run three sessions through October.
- How do I register for the program?
- Michuhol-gu residents can register for free through the Michuhol-gu Integrated Reservation Portal.
Tip: Booking early is recommended as spots fill up quickly! - What are the benefits of prenatal yoga?
- Prenatal yoga can help maintain good posture, mental calm, promote healthy oxygen and blood flow to the fetus, prevent hip problems and swelling, widen the birth canal, reduce labor pain, facilitate quicker postpartum recovery, and aid in pelvic and vaginal muscle contraction.
Fun Fact: Gentle yoga can also improve sleep quality during pregnancy! - How can I get more information?
- Contact the Public Health Center’s Maternal and Child Health Office at 032-880-5772.
Ready to experiance the benefits of prenatal yoga? Register now and prepare for a healthy and happy pregnancy journey!
