Pregnancy Yoga
Connect within to empower your body and your growing baby through prenatal & postnatal yoga.
Why did we start Pregnancy Yoga?
Almost every culture sees giving birth as a profound rite of passage, the woman is making the journey from maiden to mother, bringing a new life into the world. When a woman gets pregnant, she has the opportunity not only to birth a baby but rebirth herself as well
This virtual, prenatal yoga program offers private and highly personalised yoga, to hold space for deep meditation and to prepare the mind for labour. It connects us to your growing baby inside your belly and offers to provide an essential opening of the pelvic floor and hips.
Our prenatal yoga program allows women to unite with their bodies during an extremely powerful, sometimes new and stressful time.
What is Pregnancy Yoga ?
Our Pregnancy Yoga program offers private, virtual prenatal and postnatal yoga classes, that provides highly personalized stretches to release tension as your body goes through necessary changes during and after your pregnancy.
All pregnancy yoga programs are led by Christine King who is a certified prenatal and postnatal yoga instructor. For prenatal yoga, she will guide you through gentle and safe strengthening exercises and breathwork that not only provides stress relief but also will prepare you for giving birth. For postnatal yoga, Christine will guide you through a specialised and personalised program to help reconnect with your body after giving birth.
If you are planning to get pregnant, are currently pregnant or have recently given birth, our Pregnancy Yoga is for you. Every class will be put together with your body and stage of pregnancy in mind.
Pregnancy Yoga Offerings
Pregnancy Yoga Virtual Private Sessions
1 class - $25
3 class pack - $60
5 class pack- $100
7 class pack - $140
PREGNANCY YOGA FAQ
Q: What can I expect to do during a pregnancy yoga private class?
A: You can expect safe breath work, meditation, and yoga poses catered to your body and stage of pregnancy.
Q: What props do I need for Pregnancy Yoga?
A: As many props as possible for your changing body. Blocks, a bolster or pillow, and blanket. You can purchase props from our online store, which is currently offering curb side pick-up.
Q: I’ve never done yoga before. Can I still do a pregnancy yoga class?
A: Yes of course, we can cater a class for all levels.
Q: What if I'm feeling...well very pregnant (you know, heartburn, swollen, sleepy - the works)?
A: No problem! sometimes showing up and resting in savasana is enough.
Q: What benefits can I expect from pregnancy yoga?
A: Pregnancy Yoga classes will assist your body with stress relief, relaxation, and releasing tension in the body.
Q: I have (or recently had) a high-risk pregnancy, how can Pregnancy Yoga help me?
A: In a 2012 a randomized study of yoga in high-risk pregnancy was conducted where it was concluded that “yoga can potentially be an effective therapy in reducing hypertensive related complications of pregnancy and improving fetal outcomes [1].” However, if you are experiencing a high-risk pregnancy, please consult your doctor before starting any type of exercise regime, including yoga.
Q: Do I need to consult my doctor before starting pregnancy yoga?
Yes. As it goes with trying anything new when you're pregnant, please consult your doctor before beginning any yoga and fitness program during and/or after your pregnancy. Once your doctor has given you their blessing, make sure you let them know exactly what you are doing to stay fit during and after your pregnancy.
[1]: Rakhshani A, Nagarathna R, Mhaskar R, Mhaskar A, Thomas A, Gunasheela S. The effects of yoga in prevention of pregnancy complications in high-risk pregnancies: a randomized controlled trial. Prev Med. 2012 Oct;55(4):333-340. doi: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2012.07.020. Epub 2012 Aug 2. PMID: 22884667.