Igniting a Cycle of Growth and Inspiration: The Role of Feedback and Ongoing Education in the Journey of a Yoga Teacher Embarking on the path of a yoga teacher is often driven by a passion for personal practice and a desire to share that passion with others. However, the journey doesn’t end once you’ve earned […]
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Decoding Doula Income: Exploring Paths to Financial Wellness We connected with one doula representing each of the primary career paths: agency employee, contractor doula (primarily working with agencies), and independent doula (mainly self-employed). They provided us with details on their income, hourly rates, pension contributions, and more. While our sample size is limited to
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Yoga was brought to the West through a combination of factors, including the global spread of Indian culture, the influence of key individuals, and the growing interest in Eastern spirituality and alternative healing practices. One of the earliest and most significant influences in bringing yoga to the West was the Indian spiritual teacher Swami
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In Ayurveda, the postnatal period is considered a critical time for a mother’s recovery and rejuvenation. A postnatal Ayurvedic diet aims to support the mother’s healing and provide the necessary nutrients for breastfeeding. In the postnatal period, it’s essential to consume warm and nourishing foods that are easy to digest, like soups, stews, and broths.
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A career as a doula and a yoga teacher can provide a unique and valuable set of skills and support for pregnant women and new mothers. It can help women feel more supported, empowered, and prepared for the challenges of childbirth and motherhood. Here are some reasons how… Providing physical and emotional support: Doulas and
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Becoming a yoga teacher trainer is a significant achievement that requires a lot of hard work, dedication, and experience. Start with a foundational yoga teacher training: To become a yoga teacher trainer, you must first become a certified yoga teacher. This requires completing a foundational yoga teacher training program, which typically involves 200-500 hours of
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Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to women and their families during one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. Many doulas find this work to be deeply rewarding and fulfilling. To advocate for women’s rights in childbirth: Doulas are often passionate about ensuring that women have access to evidence-based information and are
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Lamaze International is a non-profit organization whose aim is to help expecting mothers achieve the best possible childbirth experience by servicing as an advocate for their rights during labor and delivery. Additionally, they provide training programs leading to certifications that teach practitioners different methods of educating women about pregnancy, particularly natural birthing techniques (breastfeeding, nutrition
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