Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What makes this prenatal yoga teacher training different from other prenatal yoga teacher trainings I might find? A: This training will not only cover the asana, pranayama and dhyana for pregnancy, fertility and postpartum, but it will also delve into the social and emotional components of pregnancy and birth. As prenatal yoga teachers, […]
Childbirth is work. To work you need energy. To get energy you do this…
The definition of labor is “work”. If we are to work; we need energy. Energy comes from food. If you don’t eat you won’t have energy. Without energy the work of giving birth becomes more difficult and more painful. Let’s break it down:Infographic courtesy of Lamaze International.
You can shorten your labor by up to an hour or more by doing this one thing
What if you could shorten your labor by up to an hour or more and reduce your risk for c-section by 30% by doing one thing during labor? What if I told you this one thing was free, easy and helped you manage your pain and discomfort as well? What if I told you this […]
New video from Lamaze – Dads and Pregnancy Partners are there to support Mom
Dads and partners play a big role in supporting mom through labor and birth. Dads/partners are mom’s advocate and voice. Please watch this moving video from Lamaze International. When you consider taking a childbirth class, know that our Lamaze class, Confident Birthing, is open and welcoming to all families and we support the needs of […]
Eleven Things Nobody Told You About Your Postpartum Recovery
When we are pregnant, we look forward to and prepare for birth. We write our birth plans, take our childbirth education classes, and read parenting books to prepare for baby’s arrival. After birth our focus turns to caring for the baby and caring for ourselves is often put on the back burner. Surprises with our […]