When first finding out they are pregnant many women feel they want to practice yoga or they may be have been recommended by their GP or health visitor.
Whether new to yoga or an experienced yogini, pregnancy yoga classes can help you enjoy the whole experience throughout your pregnancy and prepare you and your baby for its arrival into the world.
Pregnancy yoga classes combine breathing techniques, gentle movement exercises and some well-needed relaxation. They can help bring about a state of peace and calm and keep your body supple, boosting energy and relieving common issues such as lower back pain, swollen joints and heartburn.
Breathing and visualisation techniques can help you bond with your baby and help you both with a more restful nights' sleep. They will also provide tools that can be used to relieve pain in labour and childbirth and even after your baby is born to help you and your baby in everyday life.
Although an amazing time, the changes in your body during pregnancy can sometimes feel overwhelming and pregnancy yoga can help you feel more comfortable. Classes provide a safe and friendly environment for you to meet other mums-to-be in your area and swap stories and experiences.
Pregnancy yoga classes will gently and safely guide you through restorative poses, relaxation and breathing techniques to help you and your baby get the most out of your pregnancy. They are endorsed by medical professionals and midwives have reported being able to recognise a lady that has attended pregnancy yoga classes!
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Testimonials
I have to say the yoga class was fantastic, I didn't quite know what to expect at first but as soon as you started the class, I was at ease and really relaxed. I can already tell how good it will be for me and the baby so definitely see you next week. JS, Ashtead.
It definitely helps me sleep better - thanks! HM, Ewell.
I would definitely recommend pregnancy yoga to others. I really enjoyed the classes. When it came to having my baby the breathing was really useful, particularly the golden thread breath. HT, Epsom.
Just want to say thanks for the yoga lessons, I felt they really helped me to remain calm and focussed when contractions started. When the contractions came, boy did I know about it, but the breathing techniques helped loads. CN, Ewell.
Why practice pregnancy yoga?
Apart from the reasons above, the physical benefits of yoga practice during pregnancy include:
- Keeps body supple without strain
- Boosts energy
- Relieves stress and anxiety
- Relieves common minor ailments during pregnancy such as swollen joints, heartburn and lower back pain
- Promotes relaxation and restful sleep
- Can be used to relieve pain in labour and childbirth
- Can help expectant mums to bond with their unborn babies through breathing and visualisation techniques.
Classes will gently and safely guide you through restorative poses, relaxation and breathing techniques to help you and your baby get the most out of your pregnancy.
If you would like to book a space or some more information please use the contact form via the link on the left hand side or email info@hummingbee.co.uk Thank you