This is a gentle yoga class that modifies and uses poses
that are safe for pregnancy. It incorporates areas that are
beneficial to giving birth naturally including postures, breath
work and vocal toning. It helps to enhance relaxation, comfort,
and enjoyment during your pregnancy. Calm and flexibility
ease the birthing process, thus reducing pain and increasing the
joy of giving birth. The class helps moms-to-be to prepare for
an active and natural birth.
Pregnant women need to be in good shape and with regular
yoga practice, you will strengthen and stretch your muscles,
preparing your body for birth. You will also improve postural
alignment, helping to prevent backache due to the added
weight of the baby and larger breasts. Other physical benefits
include breathing techniques that help women find pockets
of breathing space in their lungs that they might not normally
utilise.
The classes provide an opportunity to develop greater vitality
and awareness of your body that is home for two, as well as
deepen your relationship with the baby.
What is a class like ?
Gentle postures, breath work, vocal toning and meditation
are learned to cultivate flexibility, calm and confidence in
preparation for labour and childbirth. Time is taken in every
class to connect with the life growing inside you and connect
with those around you. The class is informal and friendly.
Reduces aches & fatigue in the thoracic & cervical regions of the spine
Reduces swelling & inflammation around your joints
Aids in digestion
Helps prepare you physically for giving birth
Improves emotional well-being
During Labor...
Regardless of whether you are looking forward to a
drug assisted birth or planning for a natural delivery,
regular participation in a prenatal yoga program can
reduce labor-associated anxiety by helping you tap
into your own labor tools.
Soothe & empower yourself by finding your own inner rhythm
Facilitate the labor process
Improve your physical comfort
Learn to use the tools of meditation & visual imagery
Become familiar with the concept of vocalization
Use the muscles of your pelvic floor effectively
Little Tree Yoga prenatal classes encourage community
between moms and moms-to-be to enable them to share
the journey of motherhood. It is easy to feel alone at this
time in your life but there is a huge community of women
experiencing the same joys and challenges that you are, who
are just waiting to connect with other women. There is time
before and after classes and within classes to meet new friends
and to share experiences together.
Many women have already told us that they have built lasting
friendships through our classes.
When can I start ?
You can start these classes at any point in your pregnancy
if you are not experiencing complications. If are suffering from
complications or you are new to yoga then it is advised that you
consult your doctor before starting classes and you may be
advised to wait until your second trimester. No previous yoga
experience necessary.
See the schedule for current class times and locations.
