PRE & post natal yoga

Pregnancy yoga weaves together yoga & birth preparation.  

The classes are designed to be empowering for women, giving them useful tools that they can use throughout their pregnancy and preparing them for labor. 

This six week course creates a community of women who are going through similar experiences, providing a space for them to share and connect with each other. throughout pregnancy and after birth, creating a lovely, supportive network.

Each class is designed to include various postures and movements to help increase fluidity in the spine, relieve tension in the neck, hips, pelvis and back, open up the chest and shoulders and strengthen the arms and legs. These exercises can help to relieve some of the symptoms that come along with pregnancy such as heartburn, sciatica, leg cramps, pelvic girdle pain and so on. 

The practice will help prepare you for labor and beyond, as well as, increase your confidence in your body’s ability to birth your baby with as much ease as possible. 

There is a great emphasis on breathing throughout the classes to keep your mind focused and relaxed and to release tension and stress. The breath has an essential role during labor to open up the birth canal, increase dilation and helps you to stay focused and relaxed.

The class also includes an emphasis on the pelvic floor muscles, introducing exercises to help keep good tone and improve circulation in your pelvic floor. Attention to this muscle group is extremely important during and after pregnancy and a wonderful way to prepare for birthing your baby.

Most importantly, it is simply a gorgeous opportunity for you to slow down, enjoy this precious time to connect with your baby. 

No previous yoga experience is necessary and you can come after your first trimester; in your second or third.

Check in with a healthcare provider before attending the classes. 

Please get in touch if you have any further questions .