| Heightens sense of preparedness for labor, physically, mentally and emotionally | |
| Helps avoid excess weight gain | |
| Increases strength, stamina and endurance | |
| Reduces stress | |
| Prevents, eliminates or reduces low back pain by avoiding or repairing diastasis (the separation of the rectus abdominus, the outermost layer of the abdominals) | |
| Boosts energy and minimizes fatigue | |
| Increases self-confidence | |
| Improves circulation | |
| Reduces leg cramps | |
| Improves flexibility | |
| Improves sleep | |
| Eases gastrointestinal discomforts such as constipation | |
| Minimizes water retention | |
| Lessens problems with varicose veins | |
| Improves balance and stability by countering hormonal effects | |
| Prevents urinary incontinence | |
| Improves posture and eliminates pain that accompanies postural imbalance | |
| Increases nutritional awareness |

