Did you know that kids with eczema can take advantage of the many benefits that yoga offers just as much as adults go? Yoga is a great way to calm, strengthen, and soothe the body and mind – and it turns out that many toddlers take to the practice like seasoned yogis! The movement, focus, and workout that yoga postures offer can work wonders for anxiety and stress, immunity, detoxification, and skin health, so it’s no wonder why so many parents are turning to this ancient practice to help heal modern issues.

Stretching Goes A Long Way!

When we stretch, we move and manipulate the skin in ways that it doesn’t usually get moved during the day. This means that more circulation, detox, hydration, and nourishment can happen where it’s needed most.

A Calm Mind

The focus and intention that goes into doing yoga can help even the youngest child burn off excess energy, calm, center, and feel at home in their bodies. Yoga helps quiet the mind so that we can step into the moment – and many people have experienced the profound healing benefits that come from this process.

Feeling Empowered

When kids participate actively in things that make them feel noticeably better, they end up building confidence and self esteem. These feelings can help a child avoid stress and depression and can actually boost how well the immune system functions! It’s well known that the blues and lots of stress can get in the way of our bodies functioning the right way and protecting us fully – so yoga for kids with eczema can have far reaching positive effects!

Love In Motion

Yoga is a wonderful practice for kids and parents to do together. Since postures can be easily adjusted to fit all ages and abilities, yoga can be a wonderfully bonding time for kids to feel connected to their caregivers.

It’s Easier Than You Think!

While most toddlers probably can’t finish a full sun salutation, you may be surprised at how long they can stick with a practice! Letting your kids follow along as you do your postures in their own way is more than enough to help keep them involved and make them feel special while giving them all the benefits that yoga offers. You can also check out yoga classes for kids where teachers present poses and meditation in ways that cater to the playful child’s spirit.

Endless Benefits

As you can see, yoga is a great addition to any kid’s life! From strengthening and balancing the immune system to helping with lymphatic and skin detoxing, calming the mind and emotions to cultivating self esteem and confidence – yoga is an enriching activity that parents and kids will love practicing as a team!

By Joan Davey
Joan is the owner of Adelaide Hills Bikram, nestled in the picturesque Stirling, South Australia, where she is busy helping her local community discover how beneficial the regular practice of Bikram Yoga, Yin Yoga and Kids Yoga is to so many people.

Joan is always happy to talk more about anything at all yoga related on her Facebook page at www.facebook.com/adelaidehillsbikram.