Kareena Kapoor Khan’s latest pictures will convince you to unroll your yoga mat as she flaunts her baby bump and aces yoga poses in her latest photo shoot. The actor, who is pregnant with her second child, has been spreading the word on pre-natal yoga and perfectly balancing out her cravings with her regular yoga practice.
The star has always prioritized fitness, and it’s no surprise that she’s hitting the mat regularly during her pregnancy too, sending a strong message to women. “Practicing mind- body wellness, especially while you are pregnant is extremely essential. Yoga has helped me develop heightened awareness of my body and to be honest, I just feel so much better when I do yoga,” said Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Kareena gets talking about what works while working out during a pregnancy at the launch of PUMA studio line.
Here are some excerpts from the interview:
Is pregnancy easier the second time around, in a sense you know what to expect while expecting?
Even though you’ve been there and done that, your second pregnancy might spring a surprise at you. They say it’s a lot easier the second time around, but that’s not always true. Of course, you are more experienced than the first time, however, the second pregnancy definitely differs physiologically from the first time.
Why is it important for women to continue working while pregnant?
I feel it’s very important to keep oneself busy during pregnancy. It helps you turn off your worries and have a more comfortable pregnancy. In fact, I have always led a very active lifestyle and I just can’t change that about myself just because I am pregnant. I would say do what makes you happy for a healthy pregnancy. If working makes you happy, then you should do it.
Fitness should be an important part of your pregnancy journey, you agree?
Definitely. Working out during pregnancy has multiple benefits. It relieves stress, battles mood swings, strengthens immunity and prepares your body for delivery. That’s why my association with PUMA, especially now, makes even more sense.
Your fitness routine through this pregnancy?
I have been doing a lot of yoga. Pre-natal yoga is helping me power through my pregnancy.
While children are a joy at an expense, do you think couples should openly speak about finances?
Yes, of course. One must have an open discussion with their partner about their financial well-being. Getting ready for parenthood involves a lot of financial preparation. Bringing up a child is a huge responsibility and it’s very important to assess your finances.
What is the one difference between this and your first pregnancy?
I guess I am more prepared and confident this time around. I was quite nervous and jittery since I was going to turn a mother for the first time. This time around, I am way calmer and thankfully, I am not going berserk yet.