Talking Points

Now a popular Kundalini yoga teacher, Carolyn Cowan's early years were characterised by unhappiness and a searing battle with alcoholism and drugs. Here she tells her story:

Do you need to soothe a wakeful baby and pack in some some calming 'me' time too? If so, says Sally Rowland, baby yoga could be the answer - the latest trend sweeping through the post natal world.

Increasing commercialism and a proliferation of weird and wonderful yoga styles are in store for 2008, says holistic consultant Megan McDonough.

Here are her top ten predictions, first published in the 2007 report, Yoga's Evolution in American's Wellness Revolution:

Bikram yoga - so-called 'hot yoga' - receives more than its share of criticism for an approach which has been labelled by traditionalists as strident and unspiritual. But London-based Lynne Hanley is among its loyal army of fans.

Thirteen year-old Adam suffers from cerebral palsy and autism.