So many women feel disconnected from their bodies, their intuition, and the wisdom that has always lived within them. At Metta Mama we explore how to reconnect, dropping into the felt sense, unwinding habitual tension, and tuning in to the body’s subtle signals. Through this somatic practice, women begin to remember their ancient, cyclical wisdom and reclaim trust in themselves at every stage of life.

We’re excited to feature Sarah Healy, MA as our guest blogger this month. Sarah is a Certified Infant Sleep Consultant, parent coach, and mother of two with over 20 years of experience in infant and child development. She shares evidence-based insights to help families navigate sleep challenges with confidence and ease.

Pregnancy is a time to slow down, listen inward, and nourish yourself deeply—body, mind, and nervous system. In this post, prenatal herbalist and yoga teacher Elizabeth Shelhart shares why a simple daily ritual like drinking prenatal herbal tea can be such powerful support during pregnancy. Learn about the specific herbs in her nourishing, caffeine-free blend, how they support the pregnant body, and why tending to yourself from the inside out matters just as much as preparing for birth. ✨

Pregnancy is more than physical change. It is a profound transition into motherhood, known as matrescence. This blog post by Ashley Stachon explores how prenatal yoga offers space to slow down, honor this becoming, and find support through breath, movement, and community during one of life’s most meaningful thresholds.

Functional Strength: Training Your Body for Life
Lifting weights isn’t about chasing aesthetics or mimicking trends — it’s about teaching your body to move the way it was designed to.

In this post, Danelle breaks down what functional strength really means, how the five foundational movement patterns (squat, lunge, push, pull, and hinge) show up in daily life, and why lifting heavier — with intention and consistency — builds strength, stability, and confidence that lasts.

When most people hear “pelvic floor,” they brace, grip, and try to do a Kegel — but there’s so much more to this complex system than a simple squeeze.

In this post, Danelle shares a powerful visualization she uses in class to help students connect with the entire pelvic floor using breath, awareness, and a Pilates ball. It’s a game-changer for understanding how your core truly works — and how to support it from the ground up.

Lately, many of us are feeling stretched thin — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

In this post, we’re exploring how Yoga Nidra can help regulate the nervous system and offer real rest in the midst of chaos. You’ll learn what actually happens in your brain and body during Yoga Nidra, how it supports healing and resilience, and simple ways to start weaving rest into your everyday life.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, this is for you.

As the Holidays approach and our obligations increase, often our self care routines are the first to feel the effects of the time crunch.  When we prioritize our To Do list over our own personal needs, we can get a lot "accomplished" but how do we feel at the end of the day? Tired? Ungrounded? Disconnected? This blog post shares some simple ways to be productive while treating ourselves with kindness and care. 

There is a lot going on in the world right now and we all have a lot going on in our personal lives as well. If you feel you need a break as you prepare for the holiday season with all the excitement and busyness that brings, you can turn to this simple breath practice. Nadi Shodhana, also known as Alternate Nostril Breath, is an excellent practice for bringing your body and mind into a balanced state.

As part of Pink October, we want to highlight the importance of self-care and awareness. This month is about supporting women on their journey to better health, both physically and emotionally. In the spirit of this, we’re sharing a personal story about navigating breast cancer—a powerful reminder that no matter how healthy we may feel, self-care and support are key.

Starting a daily breathwork routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Breath is one of the simplest tools to balance our body and mind—and it’s completely free! When we think about improving our health, we often focus on food and water. But we take about 22,000 breaths a day! What about the quality of our breath?

In this blog series, we’ll guide you through five short breathing exercises designed to reduce stress and optimize your health. The best part? You only need 3-5 minutes a day, and you can do these exercises almost anywhere.

Starting a daily breathwork routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Breath is one of the simplest tools to balance our body and mind—and it’s completely free! When we think about improving our health, we often focus on food and water. But we take about 22,000 breaths a day! What about the quality of our breath?

In this blog series, we’ll guide you through five short breathing exercises designed to reduce stress and optimize your health. The best part? You only need 3-5 minutes a day, and you can do these exercises almost anywhere.

Carolyn Latham, a pelvic floor specialist, wrote our guest blog this week to inform us of what we DON’T have to accept as normal in our bodies after childbirth. Want to learn more about what is common vs. normal when it comes to your pelvic floor postpartum, come ask Carolyn all your questions at Metta Mama on June 1st during our Experiencing New Motherhood Panel.

In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of calm is essential for maintaining mental and physical well-being. One practice that has gained significant popularity for its deep relaxation benefits is Yoga Nidra. Often referred to as "yogic sleep," Yoga Nidra offers an easy and accessible way to practice meditation. 

Fall is a magical time. As the season changes from long, sun filled days, we get a chance to reconnect with the slower pace of life. In our society, and especially if we are parents, we are often too busy to pause and notice the subtle shifts of nature.

The Metta 2023 YTT was truly a journey into the depths of yoga. But just as you delve deeper into anything, you also realize the “iceberg effect” of how much you don’t know - - how much more there is to learn under the water’s surface. I can confidently say that all of us as trainees deepened our practices, gained invaluable resources that we can lean on for years, and fostered a new community for ourselves within our group and among the Metta studios.

Metta Yoga is launching a new business, Metta Mama this June! Learn how you can find the support you need as you journey into new parenthood - and why it’s so important for new families to build community.

Do you surrender to a higher power, or do you stand in your own way? Keep reading below to learn how to invite the divine energy of Source into your everyday rituals. Transcend the daily limitations of duality by learning more about the crown chakra.

Have you ever wanted to tap into the innate wisdom inside of you? Are you ready to learn the difference between the outer noise that stimulates ego and the inner stillness within your depths that soothes the soul? Honor your intuitive knowing by learning more about the third eye chakra below!

Cat got your tongue? Do you have a crippling fear of public speaking, or do you fear that people will misinterpret your words? Keep reading below to see how unblocking and cleansing your throat chakra helps you deliver your very special message to the world AND gives others permission to use their voices for good, too. Get ready to march yourself on stage to speak your truth. Which words from your soul does the world need to hear today?