Watch a Pregnancy Yoga class
Relax and be reassured that coming to yoga is the best exercise for you and your baby. It is not necessary to have previous yoga experience to attend our classes. For many, it may be the first time practicing yoga. You will be guided safely through dynamic and relaxing Pregnancy Exercises by your experienced yoga teacher and given options to vary the poses according to your energy level and specific pregnancy conditions. It is a wonderful way to meet other mums in an open and supportive environment.
““The classes over the six weeks provided me with a really good toolkit to embrace and maintain mobility strength and movement throughout my pregnancy. Having the opportunity to practice alongside other expecting mothers gave me confidence in my body’s ability to remain strong and agile through even the later stages of my pregnancy, and the mindfulness throughout helped with creating that special connection to baby.
I found the social aspect of the classes equally beneficial, having coffee with the other mums afterwards, being able to talk through pregnancy things with other people in the same situation and making those connections for motherhood. “”
A regular practice that promotes flexibility and strength will assist you in achieving a more positive experience of pregnancy and birth. Read more
Mums report an increase in their feelings of confidence and connection with their baby. Benefit from the relaxation and release of stress that accompanies the breath work and physical movements. Read more
Midwives and Obstetricians recommend pregnancy yoga as a safe and gentle form of exercise. They notice a significant difference in how women cope in labour. Read more. Download a pregnant woman’s guide to yoga by Suzanne Swan.
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Suzanne Swan
“I want to thank you for your incredibly helpful yoga classes, both online and in-person. I used many of the yoga positions that I learned in the class during my labour. The breathing and visualisations were key for me to listen to my body, and to retain my focus and control. I attribute a lot of the success and smoothness of my labour and birth to the preparation provided through these weekly classes.”
SOPHIA
“Each week I feel more and more prepared for my baby’s birth. I’ve always been of the opinion that birthing requires preparation, which is why I joined yogababy, and so far it’s met all my expectations and more. You have really helped with my birthing plan and my awareness of my body during labour.”
JESS
“I found the classes to be my little oasis of peace in otherwise very hectic weeks while I was working”
JAN
“I needed that scheduled time to relax and do something for me, otherwise I find I just keep doing other things. It was a relaxed atmosphere, positive vibes and felt good to do something positive for my body. I liked the balance between breathing, stretching and meditation.”
SARAH
An Active Birth is a physiological birth that promotes the long-term health of both mother and baby. Active Birth workshops for the pregnant mum and/or partner are both relaxing and challenging, providing an atmosphere of discovery and learning. Read more
For you, the Pregnancy Active Birth workshop
As a pregnancy woman preparing for her birth you can learn the intricate dance between control and surrender. Exploring the eight active birth skills will help you prepare for and navigate a physiological labour and birth. Practice Active Birth yoga with Suzanne Swan. You can attend this one day workshop from 20 weeks.
Involve your partner in a Couples Active Birth workshop
As an active birth includes the participation of the your partner, we recommend you both attend this intimate one-day practical birth workshop from 24 weeks onwards. Small group setting.
Try our online Pregnancy Yoga 1st, 2nd and 3rd Trimester Video Series. 3 Months Access.
“I’m expecting my second baby. I’m 23 weeks. Hadn’t managed to find the time to come to classes with a toddler at home so the online content has been amazing. Loving it.”
CAITLIN
It is not necessary to have previous yoga experience to attend our Prenatal Yoga classes. For many women it may be the first time they have practiced yoga. Our classes cater for all levels of yoga students from beginners to advanced. Our teachers are very experienced and qualified, and they will offer different levels of yoga poses in relevant situations. The classes are, obviously, structured for the pregnant woman and therefore the poses are quite specific and gentle. You don't need to have any previous yoga experience to enjoy the classes and you should feel the benefits for you and your baby within the first few classes.
Bring your own yoga mat. Some of our venues supply yoga mats. However, they are used by many others, consider purchasing your own personal yoga mat to bring to class. Your own mat is also an important tool in establishing your personal home practice. Bring a waterbottle and wear layered clothing, so if you get warm or cold you can choose your comfort. You may like to consider bringing a light shawl in Summer or a light blanket in Winter for relaxation.
Yes, many mums rebook continuous 6-week courses and continue up until 40 weeks. You can send an email request for a specialised booking to suit your due date What is the degree of difficulty? You will be guided safely through dynamic and relaxing Pregnancy Exercises by your experienced yoga teacher and given options to vary the poses according to your energy level and specific pregnancy conditions. Although a degree of physical fitness is required to participate in the classes, we teach simple beginner's postures with varying levels of complexity offered to experienced yoga students.
During the yoga for pregnancy class, you will practise classical yoga postures and tune into the consciousness of your growing baby. In a yogababy prenatal yoga class the unborn child is included in the postures and breathing exercises. The practices of meditation, breathing exercises, gentle yoga postures (asanas) and the development of right thinking are all designed to increase and balance the positive benefits of hormones present during pregnancy and labour, making it safer for both you and your baby.
It is recommended that women avoid vigorous activity during the 11th to 14th week of the pregnancy and always check with their doctors before embarking on a new exercise regime. If you have not done yoga before becoming pregnant you should attend special prenatal classes like the ones offered at yogababy.
During pregnancy the hormone Relaxin is released to allow the pelvis to open wider for childbirth. Therefore, it is important to focus on strengthening and avoid over stretching. You will be guided safely by your experienced yoga teacher and given options to vary the poses according to your specific pregnancy conditions.
During pregnancy, there is an added incentive to develop calmness and contentment – you are calm for two. The peace of heart experienced by the pregnant woman is also felt by her baby. It is not only essential to develop strength and stamina for labour, but beyond. It is also important to be happy and healthy while 'with child'. The deeper sense of relaxation and release of stress achieved through specific breathing techniques benefit both mother and unborn child. A regular practice assists women in achieving a more positive experience of pregnancy and birth.
If you are unable to attend for any reason, you can send us an email to request access to a pre-recorded Yogababy class with Suzanne Swan to practice during over a week.
It is important that you understand that yogababy cannot be responsible for providing additional make‐ups or issuing any credit for classes missed because of scheduling conflicts, vacations, illness, emergencies, or other circumstances beyond your control. Classes that are not used by the end of the course are forfeited. If you withdraw fully from the course before commencement of the first class a 50% cancellation fee applies.
You can request to transfer your course to another course of the same type ie. pregnancy or yogababy within 14 days of the commencement of the course. A $20 transfer fee applies. Please email your request and the transfer fee will be applied to your account.
Yes, you can attend the Pregnancy Yoga up until your scheduled date.
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