Here are some of the best yoga poses for postpartum recovery and strength:

1. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana/Bitilasana): This pose helps stretch and strengthen the back, while also gently massaging the abdominal muscles. Start on your hands and knees, then arch your back upward, dropping your head and tailbone (Cow Pose). Then, round your spine upward, tucking your chin and tailbone (Cat Pose). Flow between these two poses, syncing your breath with the movement.
2. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana): Bridge pose strengthens the glutes, hamstrings, and core muscles. Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Press your feet down and lift your hips off the mat, engaging your glutes and inner thighs. Hold for a few breaths, then slowly lower your hips back down.
3. Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II): Warrior II strengthens the legs, opens the hips, and improves balance. Stand with legs wide apart, turn your right foot out, and bend your right knee while keeping your left leg straight. Raise your arms parallel to the floor, with one arm reaching forward and the other reaching backward. Hold the pose, then switch sides.
4. Child’s Pose (Balasana): Child’s pose is a gentle resting pose that helps release tension and promotes relaxation. Kneel on the mat, then sit back on your heels and lower your upper body forward, resting your forehead on the mat. Extend your arms in front of you or alongside your body. Breathe deeply and allow your body to relax.
5. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): Cobra pose strengthens the back muscles and stretches the chest and abdomen. Lie on your stomach with your palms on the mat next to your shoulders. Press your hands down, lift your chest off the mat, and keep your gaze forward. Engage your core and gently lengthen through the spine. Hold the pose for a few breaths, then lower back down.
6. Pelvic Tilts: This simple movement helps strengthen the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Inhale, then as you exhale, tilt your pelvis upward, engaging your core and gently lifting your lower back off the mat. Inhale to release and repeat the movement.
7. Modified Boat Pose: Boat pose strengthens the core and helps tone the abdominal muscles. Sit on the mat with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lean back slightly and lift your feet off the ground, finding balance on your sit bones. You can keep your hands on the mat for support or extend them forward. Hold the pose, engaging your core, and breathe steadily.

Remember to listen to your body and modify any poses as needed. Take it at your own pace and gradually increase the intensity and duration of your yoga practice. If you’re new to yoga or have any concerns, it’s always a good idea to consult with a certified yoga instructor or your healthcare provider before starting a new routine.