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Happy Baby Pose
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Ananda Balasana
AH-nan-dah bah-LAHS-uh-nuh
Ananda = Bliss, Bala = Child, Asana = Pose
Ananda Balasana
Beginner
Sacral, Root
Hip Opener
Overview
This pose gently opens hips, calms the nervous system, and evokes light-hearted grounding.
Square hips, support knees, relax jaw and breathe into hips.
Joy, playfulness, and relaxation
Gently stretches hips and calms the nervous system.
Gently decompresses spine, soothes nerves, and relaxes pelvis.
Cue pelvic grounding, breath awareness, and gradual depth.
Lie on back. Bend knees toward chest. Grab feet or ankles. Rock gently or hold still.
Use props under hips or blocks for support; reduce range of motion as needed.
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