By Roxane Gay — 2021
Legal protections against pregnancy discrimination are one thing. Actual feelings of security are another.
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The breath is the foundation of every mindfulness practice, and it is also the foundation of life. Establishing a relationship with your breath, especially while pregnant, will have lasting effects for you and the child you are bringing into the world.
Research shows that utilizing mindfulness during pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond may actually reduce stress and lessen anxiety. And it may even lead to healthier newborns with fewer developmental issues as they grow up.
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New research suggests that including mindfulness skills in childbirth education can help first-time mothers cope with their fears.
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