7 Yoga Postures to Boost Women’s Fertility

According to the 2006-2010 National Survey of Family Growth, 1 in 8 couples struggle with infertility. As a Fertility Coach, my mission is to guide couples towards their dream of becoming parents by exploring various methods to enhance fertility. One of the most effective tools for boosting fertility is yoga.

A study published in Fertility and Sterility highlights that psychological stress significantly contributes to infertility. Yoga is an excellent remedy for this, as it helps lower stress levels, enhances blood flow to the uterus, and prevents energy stagnation. By incorporating yoga into your routine, you can promote calmness, flexibility, a healthy weight, and hormone balance—key factors for improving fertility.

The Importance of Breath

Before diving into the yoga postures, let’s focus on the cornerstone of your practice: breath. While physical postures are beneficial, breath is crucial for calming your mind and fully integrating the benefits of each pose. For fertility, practice belly breathing:

• Inhale deeply through your nose, expanding your belly like a balloon.

• Exhale slowly, gently deflating your belly.

• Repeat this for a few minutes to prepare your body and mind for your yoga practice.

Top 7 Yoga Postures to Enhance Fertility

Here are my favorite yoga postures designed to promote energy flow, reduce stress, and enhance fertility:

1. Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar)

   • Why: Sun Salutations are fantastic for warming up, increasing heart rate, and promoting overall energy flow. This sequence helps prevent energy stagnation, which is crucial for fertility. It also builds strength and flexibility.

2. Child’s Pose (Balasana)

   • Why: This gentle hip-opening pose creates space in the pelvis and keeps your hips flexible. The version with widely separated knees and big toes touching is ideal for gently opening the pelvis and relieving tension. It also soothes the mind and reduces stress.

3. Pigeon Pose (Kapotasana)

   • Why: Known as the “king of hip-openers,” Pigeon Pose helps open the hips, release tension, and cool down the body. It’s great for stress relief and enhancing pelvic flexibility.

4. Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)

   • Why: This pose stretches the hamstrings, lower back, and hips, and helps vitalize the ovaries and uterus—key organs for conception. It encourages relaxation and energy flow.

5. Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana)

   • Why: Shoulder Stand is beneficial for stimulating the thyroid gland, which plays a role in fertility. It also improves blood flow from the legs to vital organs, including the uterus, and helps calm the mind. [Note: Only practice Shoulder Stand if you are familiar with it or under the guidance of a yoga teacher. If in doubt, skip this pose.]

6. Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani)

   • Why: This gentle inversion promotes blood circulation toward the upper body and helps rebalance the body. It refreshes the legs and encourages healing blood flow in the lower belly. Remain still to maximize the benefits.

7. Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana)

   • Why: This variation of Savasana helps create space in the pelvis, hips, and groin. It also relieves stress and discomfort associated with medicated fertility cycles, menstrual cramps, and bloating.

Final Thoughts

Incorporating these yoga postures into your routine can support your fertility journey by reducing stress, enhancing blood flow, and promoting overall well-being. Consistency is key, so practice regularly and stay positive throughout the process.

For more tips and personalized support, feel free to explore my blog or reach out to me directly. I’m here to support you on your path to parenthood.