The benefits of meditation are well
documented. Regular meditation practice can reduce blood pressure,
prevent and treat heart disease, reduce migraines and decrease many
stress-related symptoms. Meditation has been proven to be helpful in
reducing obsessive thinking, anxiety, depression and hostility.
During pregnancy, meditation will help you decrease
stress and deal more effectively with your contractions during labor.
After delivery, meditation will assist you in dealing with the
challenges of being a new mom. Meditation can be learned within a few
minutes. However, the benefits of meditation come over time with
practice.
For more information about this and other subjects
related to preparing for childbirth,
read Motherwell® Maternity Fitness
Plan by Bonnie Berk, RN..
