Try this Fish Pose Variation

What can we use if we don't have a blanket or soft mat?

Use a folded bath towel, sweatshirt, or small pillow folded into a thick rectangle about the length of your upper back and lie on carpet or a yoga mat instead of the blanket and soft mat.

My neck feels uncomfortable or I'm not getting the right lift — what should I do?

If your neck feels strained or the lift is wrong, slide the top edge of the folded blanket until it sits just below your shoulder blades, tuck your chin slightly, put your hands under your hips for extra support, or add/remove layers to change thickness until the stretch feels gentle.

How can I adapt the pose for younger children or older kids?

For younger children, have an adult place the folded blanket, use a thicker pillow for support, and shorten the breathing hold to 5–10 seconds while supervising the roll up, while older kids can reduce padding, hold the pose for the full 20–30 seconds, or experiment with a yoga block under the mid-back for a deeper stretch.

How can we make the activity more fun or keep improving it?

Personalize the practice by choosing a colorful blanket or placing a favorite stuffed animal on your chest to notice the 20–30 second breaths, play calming music, try a yoga block under the mid-back for a stronger opener, and share a photo or description of how it felt on DIY.org.