Pre and Post Natal Yoga & Pilates

Service Description

1 to 1 & Group Pre and Post Natal Pilates. In Studio or At Home Also small group sessions available. 1 hour session tailored to you and your body. Suitable for all stages of pregnancy. You should consult your doctor or midwife before starting any new exercise to make sure it is suitable for you. The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga Prenatal yoga is a gentle, supportive practice designed to nurture both body and mind during pregnancy. It helps expectant mothers move with confidence, reduce discomfort, and feel more connected to their changing bodies and growing babies. Supports a Strong, Comfortable Body Prenatal yoga helps maintain strength in key areas such as the legs, hips, back, and pelvic floor. This support can ease common pregnancy aches including lower back pain, pelvic discomfort, tight hips, and postural strain as the body adapts to pregnancy. Improves Posture and Alignment As your centre of gravity shifts, posture often changes. Prenatal yoga encourages awareness of alignment and teaches safe ways to stand, sit, and move, helping to reduce tension and prevent unnecessary strain. Encourages Relaxation and Calm Breathing techniques and guided relaxation help calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and support emotional wellbeing. Many women find prenatal yoga offers valuable time to slow down, tune inwards, and feel grounded during a period of significant change. Enhances Breath Awareness for Birth Breathwork is a key element of prenatal yoga. Learning how to breathe calmly and efficiently can be incredibly helpful during labour, supporting focus, relaxation, and pain management. Promotes Pelvic Floor Awareness Rather than simply “tightening,” prenatal yoga teaches how to both engage and relax the pelvic floor. This balance is essential for pregnancy, birth, and postnatal recovery. Builds Confidence and Body Trust Prenatal yoga empowers women with knowledge about their bodies, helping them feel stronger, more capable, and more confident as pregnancy progresses and birth approaches. Creates a Sense of Connection Classes often provide a supportive, welcoming environment where expectant mothers can connect with their baby and share the journey alongside others at a similar stage of pregnancy. Practised safely and thoughtfully, prenatal yoga is a wonderful way to support physical comfort, emotional wellbeing, and preparation for birth—helping you move through pregnancy with greater ease, strength, and calm. Contact Amanda to get started!