Yoga is a powerful way for women to connect with themselves and their bodies during pregnancy. Our prenatal yoga classes focus on Hatha Yoga poses, specifically adapted to the pregnancy stage and individual needs of each mother-to-be.

Breathing techniques play a central role in these classes. The harmonious blend of breath and movement offers several benefits for pregnant women:

- Improved well-being: Deep breaths increase oxygen intake, which eases the breathlessness that often occurs as the growing baby limits lung capacity. This practice helps to alleviate feelings of pressure, sadness, and melancholy.

- Mindfulness: Prenatal yoga encourages expectant mothers to live in the present, letting go of worries about the future or the baby, and fully embracing this precious experience.

- Birth preparation: Learning proper breathing techniques prepares the mother for labour helping her breathe more effectively and making the birthing process smoother and more comfortable.

In addition to physical poses, our prenatal yoga classes incorporate relaxation, visualization, and meditation techniques, which help to:

- Relax the nervous system: Pregnancy often puts stress on the body, and these practices offer deep relaxation to relieve tension.

- Strengthen the mother-child bond: These sessions also foster a deeper connection between the mother and her baby.

We also encourage partners to attend prenatal yoga classes. When couples practice together, it strengthens their bond and creates shared experiences, especially in preparation for childbirth. This active participation helps both partners take on significant roles during childbirth and beyond, creating a sense of safety and reassurance for the mother, knowing she is supported.

Physical benefits of prenatal yoga include:

- Relief from sciatica, backaches, anemia, leg cramps, and more

- Support for conditions like gestational diabetes, hypertension, and heartburn

- Enhanced body flexibility, strength, and balance

- Reduction of pre-eclampsia and overall stress

Emotional and mental benefits include:

- Reduced stress and anxiety

- Increased self-confidence

- Improved sleep quality

- A sense of serenity and empowerment during pregnancy

As the due date approaches, the yoga practice evolves. We incorporate pelvic floor exercises to prepare the body for childbirth, softening the hips and grounding the mother to help her breathe better and embrace the birth experience with confidence and joy.

This transformative practice helps expectant mothers bond deeply with their growing babies, creating a strong emotional connection beyond birth.

**Important notes:**

- Please consult your doctor before attending any Prenatal Aerial Yoga class.

- No prior yoga or aerial experience is needed, and all stages of pregnancy are welcome.

- If you have any pregnancy-related concerns or injuries, please inform us in advance!