❤ When a mother relaxes during pregnancy, it creates a calmer environment for the fetus because her body shifts into a more peaceful physiological state. Deep breathing and relaxation lower the mother’s stress hormones—especially cortisol—and increase oxygen flow throughout her body. This improved oxygen supply also reaches the baby through the placenta, helping regulate the baby’s heart rate and movement. At the same time, reduced maternal tension leads to steadier blood flow and a more stable