As the editor of Women Fitness India, I’ve met countless women reshaping wellness narratives, but my conversation with Riya Ajmera, known online as @yogiwhispers, left a lasting imprint on my heart. Riya isn’t just a yoga teacher—she’s a guide, a healer, and a quiet force of feminine wisdom in a world that often forgets to slow down. When Riya first began her yoga journey, she didn’t imagine she’d end up specializing in fertility and pregnancy yoga. Her intention was simple:
“If I could make even one person’s life better through yoga, I’d be happy,” she shared with a warm smile. Over time, this path evolved into a sacred mission—helping women reconnect with their bodies, process emotional wounds, and prepare for the transformational phase of motherhood.
Rooted in Ritual, Guided by Intuition
Despite her growing community and busy schedule, Riya’s daily life is anchored in gentle rituals. Each day begins early, with warm water in malasana (a grounding squat), followed by affirmations, meals taken on the floor, herbal tea in the afternoons, and always, no matter how packed the day, a personal yoga practice.Her evenings close with a nourishing light dinner, self-massage, and deep breathing—quiet reminders that wellness is found in consistency, not intensity.
Fertility Struggles: A Disconnect from the Feminine Self
When I asked Riya why fertility challenges seem to be rising, she offered a powerful reflection:“We’ve stopped listening to our bodies. We push, rush, and overthink—even when nature, especially during menstruation, is asking us to rest. We sit too long, move too little, and live in our heads instead of our bodies.”Her approach isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about softening. It’s about slowing down, moving with care, and cultivating practices that help women return to their rhythms.
Emotional Healing Through the Hips and Womb
Riya is a passionate advocate of womb breathing, hip openers, and guided visualizations. These aren’t just physical movements—they’re emotional releases.
“Women carry so much tightness in the hips—past trauma, heartbreak, grief. Hip openers are like unlocking a door you didn’t know you had. Womb breathing is intimate, grounding. Just placing your hands on your belly and breathing with love can shift everything.”
She also guides visualizations in which women imagine light and warmth in their womb space—a tender way to reconnect and cultivate inner safety.
Riya recommends starting with deep belly breathing and restorative postures like Supta Baddha Konasana (reclined butterfly) and legs-up-the-wall for those navigating fertility struggles. These may seem simple, but as she reminds us:
“The body doesn’t need intensity. It needs steady care and stillness. Even 20 minutes a day can create magic.”
Clearing Misconceptions and Embracing Rest
Riya is clear about one common misconception: that yoga during fertility or pregnancy must be either intense or nonexistent.“It’s not all or nothing. Gentle, consistent support is enough. I’ve seen women heal cysts, regulate cycles, and feel like themselves again—just through nurturing practices like Yoga Nidra and breathwork.”
Lifestyle, Mindset, and Food: The Trifecta of Healing
From Riya’s perspective, fertility challenges often stem from a trio of imbalances: lifestyle, mindset, and nourishment.“We rush through life, feed our bodies without presence, and let self-doubt creep in. But the body responds beautifully when we treat it with patience and love.”
Ayurveda and Moon Rituals: Honoring the Feminine
Riya beautifully integrates Ayurvedic wisdom and moon rituals into her work. Her favorite? “Moon-charged water. Every full moon, I place water bottles under the moonlight and sip it daily. It’s a way to absorb feminine energy and reconnect with our natural cycle.” This practice, while simple, feels like a modern-day ceremony—a reminder of how deeply women are tied to the moon’s rhythm.
Healing After Loss: Reclaiming Trust
For women recovering from miscarriage, IVF, or difficult pregnancies, Riya emphasizes that yoga can become a safe, nonjudgmental space. “It’s a place to feel, to breathe, to be. Yoga offers grounding, peace, and eventually, trust. It reminds you that your body is still worthy of love and healing.”
Looking Forward: Quiet Dreams, Bold Impact
As her community grows, so do Riya’s dreams. She’s working behind the scenes on something special—courses, workshops, and gatherings that offer safe spaces for women to heal and connect.“I want to reach more women, collaborate with other experts, and build something that nurtures long-term growth. The more I learn, the more I can give.”
A Message for Mother’s Day
When I asked Riya for her message this Mother’s Day, her answer was pure grace: “Whether you’re a mother or not, every woman has a nurturing essence. This Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate all kinds of mothers—the ones raising children, the ones dreaming of them, those nurturing others, and those mothering themselves. Everything you’re looking for is already within you.”
Riya Ajmera is more than a yoga teacher. She’s a reminder that healing is not a destination but a return to softness, slowness, and ultimately, to self.
And as I closed our conversation, I found myself whispering Riya Ajmera final lesson to my own heart:
“Trust. Trust your body. Trust your path. Trust that you are already enough.”