Kids of all ages love to move their bodies. Even newborns are often found moving in one way or another. This is why yoga is perfect children of all ages.
A few benefits that toddlers receive through yoga:
- Better sleep
- Improved digestion and eased gas pain/colic
- Reduced constipation
- Increased immunity and circulation
- Increased awareness of body and movement
- Early understanding of health and physical activity
- Development of a positive self-image and self-esteem
- Reduced stress, tension and anxiety
- Aided development
- Longer and more restful naps after a yoga session
- Promotes contentment and relaxation
- Teaches release of tension
- Teaches healthy management of stress and stressors
As you read this, you may be wondering how one might teach toddler yoga. The answer is through play and imagination.
This is something we go over thouroughly in the Holy Yoga Kids training starting soon.
You can also check out the sample of a mommie and me class below. Enjoy!
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