Skip to content

Upcoming changes to UnitedHealthcare coverage.

Child's pose

Top of the page

Child's pose

  1. Kneel on the floor, and sit back on your ankles. If it bothers your knees when you sit back, you can place a pillow or folded blanket between your ankles and your bottom.
  2. Lean forward, place your hands on the floor, and stretch your arms out in front of you. Rest your head between your arms.
  3. Gently push your chest toward the floor, reaching as far in front of you as you can.
  4. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
  5. Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Current as of: May 1, 2026

Author: WebMD Ignite Staff
Clinical Review Board
All WebMD Ignite education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

Current as of: May 1, 2026

Author: WebMD Ignite Staff

Clinical Review Board
All WebMD Ignite education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. WebMD Ignite, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

To learn more about WebMD Ignite, visit webmdignite.com.

© 2024-2026 WebMD Ignite.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. WebMD Ignite, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

NOTICE: This health information was not created by Columbia University Irving Medical Center and may not necessarily reflect specific CUIMC practices. For medical advice to your personal condition, please consult your doctor. Medical advice disclaimer.