68: Yoga + Honoring World Health Day in 2025

In honor of World Health Day on April 7, this episode explores the intersection of yoga and this year’s World Health Day theme: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures”.  With a global focus on maternal and newborn health, we dive into how the mindful practices of yoga can gently support well-being during pregnancy and beyond.Join me as I reflect on the challenges women face world wide in accessing equitable health care, share eye-opening statistics about maternal mortality, and offer heartfelt insights into how yoga—when practiced safely –can nurture body, mind and soul for newborns and new mothers.Whether you are an expecting parent, a wellness enthusiast, or someone passionate about accessible self-care (especially through yoga),this episode will touch on the power of mindful practices such as yoga, and community care. In this episode:·        The meaning behind World Health Day and their global theme for 2025.·        How yoga can support maternal wellness and well-being--and postpartum healing. ·        Why mindfulness and some forms of pranayama can be essential during pregnancy.·        The importance of seeking certified prenatal yoga instruction.·        Global and U.S. Statistics on maternal mortality.·        How we can take mindful action to support maternal and newborn health. Mentioned in this episode:·        World Health Organization: World Health Day Theme·        UNICEF Maternal Mortality Report·        CDC U.S. Maternal Mortality Trends Let’s Connect:If this episode spoke to your heart, share it with a friend, leave a review, or reach out- I would love to hear from you.Read the full blog post: salubrityandsoulyoga.com/blogExplore More: salubrityandsoulyogacarol.com                              salubrityandsoulyoga.comConnect with me on social media: @salubrityandsoulyogaReceive exclusive content first: Subscribe to the Salubrity + Soul Yoga newsletter Have a question?  [email protected] Music credits:SOLO" by Mimmi Bangoura Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only.  The podcast holds no responsibility to any persons or entities for any loss, liability or damage alleged to be directly or indirectly caused by the use, application or interpretation of any presented information herein.The contents of this podcast are the property of Salubrity and Soul Yoga, except where otherwise specifically noted. Users of this podcast may use and save information contained in this podcast for non-commercial, personal use only. No other use of this podcast may be used without the prior written consent of Salubrity and Soul Yoga including, but not limited to reproduction, or retransmission.