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How would practice deep belly breathing at home?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Lie on floor: An easy way to learn this is to lie on your back and put your hands on your stomach. As you inhale try to push your stomach out and watch your hands go up. Your chest, ideally, should not move.

Answered 7/12/2013

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